Q. With reference to parliamentary motions in India, consider the following statements:
1.A No-Confidence Motion can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only with the support of at least 50 members.
2.If the Motion of Thanks is not passed in the House, it amounts to the defeat of the government.
3.A Censure Motion, if passed, leads to the compulsory resignation of the Council of Ministers.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- A No-Confidence Motion requires the support of at least 50 members in the Lok Sabha to be admitted.
- If the Motion of Thanks (on the President’s Address) is not passed, it is considered a defeat of the government, indicating loss of majority.
- A Censure Motion, even if passed, does not lead to the automatic resignation of the Council of Ministers. It is a tool to express disapproval of a policy or action, but not necessarily a test of majority.
Source: Laxmikant (Polity)
