Q.2 Discuss the various types of motions available with the Members of the Parliament. Do you think partisanship renders privilege motion ineffective and reduces the accountability of individual minister? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments-

• https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/jairam-ramesh-moves-privilege-motion-against-culture-minister-kishan-reddy/article37434718.ece
• Begin by giving a brief about the parliamentary privileges available in India.
• State the various types of motions such as No Confidence motion, Privilege motion, adjournment motions etc and the purpose behind them.
• Write about privilege motion and accountability of it – mention how party numbers in the parliament decide privilege motions on party lines rather than accountability of the minister for his/her act.
• Conclude by stating that the said motions are necessary checks enabled by the constitution for proper functioning of the democracy.