As per Indian Protocol, who among the following ranks highest in the order of precedence?
A
Deputy Prime Minister
B
Former President
C
Governor of a State within his state
D
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
1 The Indian Protocol or Order of Precedence determines the rank of high officials for ceremonial occasions.
2 According to the Order of Precedence of the Republic of India (as it generally stands, minor variations possible over time):
- President (Rank 1)
- Vice-President (Rank 2)
- Prime Minister (Rank 3)
- Governors of States within their respective States (Rank 4)
- Former Presidents (Rank 5)
- Deputy Prime Minister (Rank 5A, if the post exists)
- Chief Justice of India & Speaker of Lok Sabha (Rank 6)
3 Based on this hierarchy, the Governor of a State within his state ranks highest (Rank 4) among the given options.