Q. With reference to Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Rajya Sabha, consider the following statements:
1.Rule 267 gives a Rajya Sabha MP special power to suspend the pre-decided agenda of the House, with the approval of the Chairman.
2.Rule 267 is not the only way for MPs to question the government and seek a response.
3.Rule 176 allows for a Short-duration discussion not exceeding two-and-a-half hours on a matter of urgent public importance.
4.As per Rule 176, a formal motion or voting can be held under a short-duration discussion.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. Rule 267 gives a Rajya Sabha MP special power to suspend the pre-decided agenda of the House, with the approval of the Chairman. Rule 267 is not the only way for MPs to question the government and seek a response. They can ask questions related to any issue during the Question Hour, during Zero Hour etc. Rule 176 allows for a Short-duration discussion not exceeding two-and-a-half hours on a matter of urgent public importance.
Statement 4 is incorrect. As per Rule 176, the matter can be taken up immediately, within a few hours or even the next day. The rule, however, is clear that no formal motion or voting shall be held under a short-duration discussion.
Source: ForumIAS
