Q. Consider the following statements regarding Adjournment Motion:
1.It is used by both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
2.To introduce an adjournment motion needs 50 member’s support.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Adjournment Motion is introduced in Parliament to draw the attention of the House to a definite matter of urgent public importance and needs the support of 50 members to be admitted.

  • As it interrupts the normal business of the House, it is regarded as an extraordinary device.
  • It involves an element of censure against the government and hence Rajya Sabha is not permitted to make use of this device.

Source: Laxmikanth’s Polity

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