Which officer instructs new members on the SDC Constitution and answers questions about it when necessary?

• A. Secretary
• B. Parliamentarian
• C. Treasurer
• D. Vice President

Answer: (B)

Focusing on who explains governance rules and answers questions about how the organization operates, the officer who handles this is the parliamentarian. The parliamentarian is the person who knows the SDC Constitution and bylaws inside and out and is responsible for interpreting them, explaining how they apply to meetings and member rights, and clarifying any questions new members have about the rules. This role ensures everyone understands the procedures for things like amending the constitution, voting, and conducting business properly.

The other roles deal with different needs: the secretary manages records and minutes, the treasurer handles finances, and the vice president supports the president and may preside when needed. While these duties are essential, they don’t center on teaching the constitution or resolving questions about it the way the parliamentarian does.