Consider the following statements :
- 1. Economy cut motion asks the demand of grant be reduced by ₹ 100.
- 2. The Rajya Sabha cannot move cut motions.
- 3. Disapproval of policy cut motion states that the amount of the demand be reduced to ₹ 1.
Which of the above statements are correct ?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
Answer is Wrong!
Answer is Right!
This question was previously asked in
UPSC Combined Section Officer – 2024
– Economy Cut: Seeks reduction by a specific amount or a lump sum, aiming at economy.
– Token Cut: Reduces the demand by ₹ 100, expressing a specific grievance.
– Cut motions can only be moved in the Lok Sabha as demands for grants are exclusively debated and voted upon there. The Rajya Sabha discusses the demands but cannot vote on them or move cut motions.