UPSC Prelims 2012 · Question 2 of 98
UPSC Prelims 2012 question on Adjournment Motion
- ExamUPSC CSE
- Year2012
- PaperGeneral Studies Paper I
- SubjectPolity
- TopicParliament
- DifficultyEasy
- TypeDirect
In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is
Show answer
Answer: A. to allow a discussion on a definite matter of urgent public importance
Verdict
Correct Answer: To allow a discussion on a definite matter of urgent public importance
Analysis
An Adjournment Motion is an extraordinary parliamentary device used to interrupt normal business of the Lok Sabha to discuss an urgent matter of public importance.
1. To allow a discussion on a definite matter of urgent public importance — Correct
This is the main purpose of an Adjournment Motion.
It sets aside the normal business of the House to discuss a recent, definite and urgent matter involving public importance.
2. To let opposition members collect information — Incorrect
This is not the purpose of an Adjournment Motion.
Information from the government is usually sought through Question Hour, Calling Attention Motion or other parliamentary devices.
3. To allow a reduction of a specific amount in demand for grant — Incorrect
This describes a Cut Motion, not an Adjournment Motion.
Cut Motions are moved during the discussion on Demands for Grants in the Budget process.
4. To postpone proceedings to check inappropriate behaviour — Incorrect
This refers to ordinary adjournment of the House or disciplinary action by the Speaker.
It is not the purpose of an Adjournment Motion.
Extra UPSC info
* Adjournment Motion is available only in the Lok Sabha, not in the Rajya Sabha.
* It carries an element of censure against the government.
* It requires the support of at least 50 members for admission.
* The matter must be definite, urgent, recent and of public importance.
* It is called an extraordinary device because it interrupts the regular business of the House.
* It does not automatically require resignation of the government, unlike the political effect of a No-Confidence Motion.
How to crack it
An Adjournment Motion is used to suspend normal Lok Sabha business to discuss a definite, urgent and recent matter of public importance.