In the case of a deadlock between the two houses of the Parliament of India, on a legislative measure the joint sitting is presided over by the

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Speaker of Lok Sabha.
In the event of a deadlock between the two houses of Parliament on a legislative measure, a joint sitting of both houses is called to resolve the disagreement. This joint sitting is presided over by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The mechanism for a joint sitting is outlined in Article 108 of the Indian Constitution. This provision allows for both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha members to come together to vote on the measure, with the Speaker overseeing the proceedings. If the Speaker is absent, the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha presides. This procedure helps to resolve legislative impasses, ensuring the smooth functioning of parliamentary democracy in India.
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President:
· The President of India is the ceremonial head of state and the supreme commander of the armed forces.
· They have the power to summon and prorogue both houses of Parliament and dissolve the Lok Sabha.
· The President can summon a joint sitting of Parliament under Article 108 to resolve a deadlock over a bill.
Vice-President:
· The Vice-President of India also serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States), India’s upper house.
· The Vice-President’s role in the Rajya Sabha includes maintaining order and managing its proceedings, though they cannot preside over a joint sitting.
· In the Vice-President’s absence, the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha takes over presiding duties in the upper house.