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 IndiaSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
✓ Correct answer: b) 2 only
ExplanationStatement 1 is incorrect: The proclamation of Emergency must be approved by both the Houses of Parliament within one month from the date of its issue.If approved by both the Houses of Parliament, the emergency continues for six months, and can be extended to an indefinite period with an approval of the Parliament for every six months.Statement 2 is correct: A No-Confidence Motion can only be initiated and passed in the Lok Sabha (House of the People).The Rajya Sabha (Upper House) cannot move or pass a No-Confidence Motion against the government.Statement 3 is incorrect: As per Article 61, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charges can be initiated by either House of Parliament.The impeachment resolution needs to be passed by not less than a majority of two- thirds of the total membership in each house.154
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