Motions in Parliament

Types of Motions

Adjournment Motion

  • A motion for adjournment is made with the Speaker's approval to consider a specific issue of urgent public interest that must be of the utmost concern.
  • For it to be approved, 50 members must vote in favour. It is regarded as an exceptional device because it interferes with the House's regular business.
  • The Lok Sabha has this motion, however the Rajya Sabha does not.
  • It is significant to highlight that although an adjournment motion is viewed as a harsh rebuke of the administration, it does not mandate the government's resignation.

Closure Motion

  • It is a motion ....
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