With reference to joint sitting of the parliament, consider the following statements:

1. This feature was borrowed by India from Irish Constitution. 

2. It is governed by the Rules of Procedure of Lok Sabha. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

a) 1 only 

b) 2 only 

c) Both 1 and 2 

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: 

• This feature was borrowed by India from Australian Constitution. 
• It is governed by the rules of procedure of Lok Sabha and not of Rajya Sabha. 
• Joint Sitting of Parliament cannot be convened to resolve the deadlock with regard to constitutional amendment bills. 
• A constitutional amendment bill must be passed by each house separately.

Ans: (b)