Which of the following statement regarding Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha, is NOT true?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) The Deputy Speaker while presiding over the house can vote in the first instance.
Explanation:
. The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha is elected by the Lok Sabha from among its own members under Article 93 of the Constitution.
. The Deputy Speaker holds office during the life of the Lok Sabha unless he/she resigns or is removed earlier.
. When the office of the Speaker is vacant, the Deputy Speaker performs the duties of the Speaker as per Article 95.
. While presiding over the House, the Deputy Speaker has the same powers as the Speaker.
. As per Article 100, the Deputy Speaker does not have a vote in the first instance while presiding.
. He/She can exercise only a casting vote in case of a tie.
. Hence, statement (d) is NOT true.
Information Booster:
. The Deputy Speaker maintains order and decorum in the House in the Speaker’s absence.
. A motion for removal of the Deputy Speaker requires a resolution with at least 14 days’ notice.
. The Deputy Speaker cannot preside over the House when a resolution for his/her removal is under consideration.
Additional Knowledge:
He / She is elected by the Lok Sabha itself amongst its members (Option a)
. This statement is correct.
. Article 93 of the Constitution provides for the election of the Deputy Speaker by Lok Sabha members.
Deputy Speaker remains in office during the term of Lok Sabha (Option b)
. This statement is true.
. The Deputy Speaker’s tenure normally coincides with the life of the Lok Sabha.
The Deputy Speaker performs the duties of Speaker's office when it is vacant (Option c)
. This statement is correct.
. Article 95(1) empowers the Deputy Speaker to act as Speaker when the post is vacant.