Question 13 from UPSC CSE 2014 - Polity

Question

Consider the following statements regarding a No-Confidence Motion in India:
1. There is no mention of a No-Confidence Motion in the Constitution of India.
2. A motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct Option: C. Both 1 and 2

Strategy: - Confirm Statement 1 by identifying that the 'No-Confidence Motion' is governed by parliamentary convention, not the Constitution.
- Confirm Statement 2 by applying the principle of collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers to the Lok Sabha under Article 75.

Key Info: **Definition and Purpose:** A No-Confidence Motion is a parliamentary tool used in the Lok Sabha to indicate that the House no longer has confidence in the Council of Ministers. If the motion passes with a simple majority, the government must resign.

**Constitutional Basis:** The term 'No-Confidence Motion' is not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution. It is a product of parliamentary convention, governed by Rule 198 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha.

**Exclusive to Lok Sabha:** Only the Lok Sabha, the directly elected lower house, can entertain a No-Confidence Motion. This is because the Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha under Article 75(3) of the Constitution. The Rajya Sabha cannot introduce or vote on such a motion, though it can debate policy and summon ministers.

**History:** The first No-Confidence Motion in India was moved in 1963 by Acharya Kripalani. Many such motions have been moved since.

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Option A: 1 only

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Option B: 2 only

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Option D: Neither 1 nor 2

Consider the following statements regarding a No-Confidence Motion in India: There is no mention of a No-Confidence Motion in the Constitution of India. A motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding a No-Confidence Motion in India:

There is no mention of a No-Confidence Motion in the Constitution of India.

A motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?