What is not correct about the removal of the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha? I. The resolution can be initiated in any House of Parliament. II. The resolution can be moved after a prior notice of fourteen days. III. Signature of 1/4 members of the House is essential to introduce the resolution. IV. The resolution should be passed by the majority of the then members of the House. V. The resolution should be passed by the majority of the present and voting members of the House. Correct Answer I III V The correct answer is I III V. Key Points The Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha is elected by the Rajya Sabha members from amongst themselves. He can also be removed by a resolution by Rajya Sabha members passed by absolute majority, i.e., majority of the full membership of the house. When such a resolution is under consideration, the Deputy Chairman cannot preside over a sitting of the House, but he may be present and participate in proceedings. Rajya Sabha elects a Deputy Chairman to perform the functions of the Chairman in case of a vacancy in the office of the Chairman or when the Vice President is acting as or discharging the functions of the President. He may be removed from office by a resolution of Rajya Sabha moved after fourteen days notice of the intention to move the resolution and passed by a majority of all the then members of the house.