Lok Sabha Rajya Sabha Joint Sittings Explained

Article 108 of the Indian Constitution allows for a joint sitting of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. This is typically summoned by the President to resolve disagreements between the two Houses on a specific bill.

Bills Requiring Joint Sittings

Historically, joint sittings have been convened for specific legislative matters. Let's examine the bills mentioned:

• The Dowry Prohibition Bill, 1959: A joint sitting was held on May 6, 1961, to pass this bill.
• The Banking Service Commission (Repeal) Bill, 1978: A joint sitting occurred on March 15, 1978, regarding this bill.
• The Prevention of Terrorism Bill, 2002: This bill was also discussed and passed in a joint sitting on March 26, 2002.
• The Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013: This act was eventually passed without a joint sitting. The bill was passed by the Lok Sabha and later by the Rajya Sabha after amendments.

Conclusion on Joint Sittings

Based on historical legislative records, joint sittings were held for The Dowry Prohibition Bill (1959), The Banking Service Commission (Repeal) Bill (1978), and The Prevention of Terrorism Bill (2002). The Land Acquisition Bill (2013) did not require a joint sitting.

Therefore, the correct combination is Bills 1, 2, and 3.