HES1 Q.25

A joint sitting of both Houses is held to resolve a deadlock on a bill under Article 108 of the Constitution. It happens when there is disagreement between the two Houses regarding a bill (not for constitutional amendments).

• Option A: they like Incorrect. A joint sitting is not held arbitrarily.
• Option B: there is a disagreement between the two (Houses) Correct. It is convened to resolve legislative deadlocks.
• Option C: the President summons both the Houses Incorrect. The President can summon, but only in the context of legislative deadlocks.
• Option D: they must meet when two years have lapsed after the last meeting Incorrect. There is no such constitutional provision.