Q. Consider the following statements regarding amendments to the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address:- An amendment to the Motion of Thanks can be moved exclusively in the Lok Sabha.
- If an amendment to the Motion of Thanks is passed in the Lok Sabha, it necessitates the resignation of the government.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer:
Neither 1 nor 2
Notes: Statement 1 is incorrect because amendments to the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address can be initiated in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. Statement 2 is also incorrect; passing such an amendment does not mandate the government to resign, though it indicates lack of support.