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

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect

• Approval (ratification) of a National Emergency under Article 352 of the Indian Constitution must be done by both Houses of Parliament, not exclusively by the Lok Sabha.

Statement 2 is correct

• No-confidence Motion can be moved only in Lok Sabha. No prior reason needs to be stated for its adoption in the Lok Sabha. The motion needs the support of 50 members to be admitted.

Statement 3 is incorrect

• According to Article 61 of the Constitution, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament. Only after receiving a majority in both houses will the said Authority be impeached.

Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Easy