Q. Consider the following statements:
1. A ‘resolution’ can be introduced by private members only to draw the attention of the Parliament on a matter of Public Interest.
2. A ‘motion’ is a self-contained independent proposal that is necessarily put to vote after discussion in the Parliament.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Exp) Option d is the correct answer.
Statement 1 is incorrect. A resolution come in the category of substantive motions. The discussion on a resolution is strictly relevant to and within the scope of the resolution. Resolutions can be introduced by private member or a minister to draw the attention of the House on a matter of general public interest.
Statement 2 is incorrect. A motion is a self-contained independent proposal and all motions are not necessarily put to vote in the house; however, all the resolutions are required to be voted upon.
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