Which of the following statements with reference to the panel of Vice Chairperson in Rajya Sabha is/ are incorrect?

1) The Constitution provides for the nomination of a panel of Vice Chairpersons. 

2) A member from the panel presides over the house when the office of the Chairman or deputy Chairman is vacant. 

3) A member from the panel has same power as that of Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha. 

4) A member from the panel remains in office for a term of 6 years. 

Select the correct option using the code given below: 

a) 3 and 4 only 

b) 1, 2 and 3 only 

c) 1, 2 and 4 only 

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Solution: 

• Under the Rules of Rajya Sabha, the Chairman nominates from amongst the members a panel of vice chairpersons. 
• It must be emphasized here that a member of the panel of vice chairpersons cannot preside over the House, when the office of the Chairman or the Deputy Chairman is vacant. 
• During such time, the Chairman’s duties are to be performed by such member of the House as the president may appoint for the purpose. 
• Member from the panel of vice chairperson has the same powers as the Chairman when so presiding. 
• A member of Vice Chairperson remains in office until a new panel of Vice Chairpersons is nominated in the Rajya. 

Ans: (d)