Meaning of Censure Motion - Indian polity and Governance

Q.  Which of the following statements are true about Censure Motion?

1. This motion can be moved by opposition in Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha
2. If the Censure Motion is passed, the Council of Ministers is bound to seek the confidence of the Lok Sabha as early as possible.
- Published on 12 Aug 15

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None

ANSWER: Only 2
 
Censure Motion can be moved only in the Lok Sabha and by the Opposition of the House. Censure Motion can be moved against the Council of Ministers or an individual Minister or a group of Ministers for their failure to act or not to act or for their policy and may express regret, indignation or surprise of the House at the failure of the Minister or Ministers.

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