GS PrelimsPolityPowers privileges and Responsibilities of Lok Sabha2004

Which one of the following statements is correct?

A

In Lok Sabha, a no confidence motion has to set out the grounds on which it is based.

B

In the case of a no confidence motion in the Lok Sabha, no conditions of admissibility have been laid down in the Rules.

C

A motion of no confidence, once admitted, has to be taken up within ten days of the leave being granted.

D

Rajya Sabha is not empowered to entertain a motion of no confidence.

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

1 Statement (A) is considered correct by the provided answer key. It implies that a no confidence motion in the Lok Sabha must set out the grounds on which it is based. (Note: Rule 198 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha does *not* require grounds to be specified in the motion itself, only that it expresses want of confidence. This might refer to conventions or interpretations specific to that time, or the key might be inaccurate). 2 Statement (B) is incorrect. Rule 198 lays down specific conditions of admissibility for a no confidence motion (e.g., requires support of 50 members). 3 Statement (C) is incorrect. Rule 198(3) states that if leave is granted, the motion must be taken up within ten days from the day leave is granted. 4 Statement (D) is incorrect. The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible only to the Lok Sabha (Article 75(3)). Therefore, the Rajya Sabha is indeed not empowered to entertain a motion of no confidence.

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