9. Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements: 
1. He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President.
2. He/She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election.
3. If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.

Which of the statements given above is /are correct?

1. 1 and 2 only

2. 3 only

3. 1, 2 and 3

4. None

Correct Answer :

3 only