Which of the following is/are the exclusive power(s) of Lok Sabha ?

1. To ratify the declaration of Emergency
2. To pass a motion of no-confidence against the Council of Ministers
3. To impeach the President of India

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

1 and 2

2 only

1 and 3

3 only

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UPSC IAS – 2022

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Only statement 2 describes an exclusive power of the Lok Sabha.

The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha (Article 75(3)). Therefore, a motion of no-confidence against the Council of Ministers can only be moved and passed in the Lok Sabha (Statement 2 is correct and an exclusive power). The resolution approving a proclamation of Emergency must be passed by *both* Houses of Parliament (Statement 1 is incorrect). An impeachment charge against the President can be initiated in *either* House of Parliament, and the other House investigates the charge (Statement 3 is incorrect).

Exclusive powers of the Lok Sabha also include passing Money Bills (which can only be introduced in Lok Sabha) and effectively controlling the purse strings of the government.

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