UPSC PYQPrelims 2022

Civil Services Examination · Question 15

Which of the following is/are the exclusive power(s) of Lok Sabha? 1. To ratify the declaration of Emergency 2. To pass a motion of no-confidence against the Council of Ministers 3. To impeach the President of India Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1 and 2
  2. 2 only
  3. 1 and 3
  4. 3 only
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Answer: (B) 2 only

Explanation

Emergency approval and presidential impeachment involve both Houses. Only the Lok Sabha can pass a no-confidence motion (Art. 75(3)).