AAdvocate General
BDeputy Chairman
CSpeaker
DChairman
Answer:
C. Speaker
Read Explanation:
Article 181 of the Indian Constitution
This article specifically addresses the circumstances under which the Speaker of a State Legislative Assembly and the Deputy Speaker are restricted from presiding over the Assembly.
Key Provisions related to the Speaker:
Circumstance of Disqualification: When a resolution for the removal of the Speaker from his office is under consideration by the State Legislative Assembly, the Speaker is barred from presiding over the proceedings.
Right to Speak and Participate: However, even when such a resolution is being considered, the Speaker has the right to be heard in or to otherwise participate in the proceedings of the Assembly. He can also be present during the proceedings.
Not to Preside: The crucial restriction is that he cannot preside over the Assembly at any time during these proceedings.
Procedure for Removal: A resolution for the removal of the Speaker requires a special notice. It must be proposed by not less than 10 members of the Assembly and presented to the Speaker. The Assembly can only consider such a resolution after 14 days' notice has been given.
Voting Rights: During the consideration of a resolution for his removal, the Speaker does not have the right to vote, but he has the right to speak and to the extent of his right of speech as a member of the Assembly.
Corresponding Provision for Deputy Speaker:
A similar restriction applies to the Deputy Speaker. When a resolution for the removal of the Deputy Speaker is under consideration, he shall not preside over the Assembly, but he shall have the right to speak and to participate in the proceedings of the Assembly and shall be entitled to the same privileges as are accorded to other members.