Justify the following statement.

The chairman has the right of casting vote.

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  • A casting vote is a special type of vote given only by the Chairman of the meeting. 
  • It is an additional vote given to the Chairman in case of equality of votes in favour and against a motion. 
  • The chairman can use his vote only in the case of a tie. 
  • This means when the votes cast for and against the resolution are equal. 
  • It is a decisive vote as the final decision depends on the manner in which it is used by the Chairman.
  • The purpose of the casting vote is to have some definite decision on the matter for discussion before the meeting. 
  • As per the provision in the Articles of Association, this vote can be exercised only by the chairman of the meeting. 
  • Hence, the chairman has the right of casting vote. 
  • Thus, the chairman has the right of casting vote.

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