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 :
Answer:
(b)
Easy
Factual
Core Books/NCERT
Statement 1 is wrong: Article 352: Every Emergency Proclamation issued needs to be laid before each House of Parliament Statement 2 is correct: Article 75(3): The Council of Ministers shall be collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha. So no-confidence motion requires approval of Lok Sabha only. Statement 3 is wrong: Article 61: If a President is to be impeached, the charge shall be framed by either House of Parliament.