Rule 267 of Rajya Sabha Rule Book

Rule 267 of the Rajya Sabha rulebook has become a bone of contention in the Upper House as not a single notice under the rule moved by the Opposition has been accepted in the Winter Session.

About the Rule 267

  • The Rule 267 of the Rajya Sabha rulebook gives special power to a Rajya Sabha member to suspend the pre-decided agenda of the House, with the approval of the Chairman.

Who can issue Rule 267?

  • Any member of the Rajya Sabha can issue a notice to the Chairperson for a discussion on any subject under Rule 267.

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