Which one of the following statements with regard to Censure Motion is NOT correct ?
A leave of the House is required to move it
The Government is free to fix time and date for its discussion
It can also be moved against the entirety of the Council of Ministers
The Speaker decides whether the motion is in order
Answer is Wrong!
Answer is Right!
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UPSC CAPF – 2020
– Option B is incorrect: Once a Censure Motion is admitted and leave is granted, it is treated as a matter of urgent public importance and is given priority over normal government business. The Speaker, in consultation with the Leader of the House, fixes a date for its discussion, but the government cannot indefinitely delay or freely choose a convenient time; the discussion must take place promptly.
– Option C is correct: A Censure Motion can be moved against an individual minister, a group of ministers, or the entire Council of Ministers to express disapproval of their policy or action.
– Option D is correct: The Speaker of the Lok Sabha has the authority to decide whether a motion, including a Censure Motion, is in order and admissible according to the rules of procedure.