2022 · Polity & GovernancePrevious Year Question
Q15.
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:
A. 1 and 2
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3
D. 3 only
Answer

B

Explanation

Option 1 is incorrect: Under Article 352, a proclamation of emergency must be approved by BOTH Houses of Parliament by special majority — it is not exclusive to Lok Sabha. Option 2 is correct: Under Article 75, the Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha only. Only Lok Sabha can pass a no-confidence motion against the government. Option 3 is incorrect: Under Article 61, the process for impeachment of the President can be initiated by EITHER House of Parliament — not exclusively Lok Sabha.