Q. Consider the following statements::
1.Motion of thanks by the President has been provided by the Constitution.
2.Under the Rules of the House, the Prime Minister replies to the debate in both Houses.
3.Under Section 499 of the Indian Penal Code, any statement with respect to the conduct of a public servant in the discharge of his public function or his character is not considered as defamation..
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Statement 1 is incorrect. Motion of thanks by the President has not been provided by the Constitution. It is a customary practice.

Statement 2 and 3 are correct. Under the Rules of the House, the Prime Minister replies to the debate in both Houses. Under Section 499 of the Indian Penal Code, any statement with respect to the conduct of a public servant in the discharge of his public function or his character is not considered as defamation.

Source: ForumIAS