First no-confidence motion of the 17th Lok Sabha discussed today
Distilled Policy Brief
- Article 75(3) mandates collective responsibility of the government to Lok Sabha; a no‑confidence motion requires support of at least 50 members and is debated within 10 days.
- Since 1952, 28 no‑confidence motions and 11 confidence motions have been discussed; none have forced a government to resign except the 1979 inconclusive case.
- The 2023 motion was debated for 12 hours over 13 days, illustrating procedural norms and the rarity of successful trust votes.
🎯 Prelims High-Yield Examination Points
Article 75(3) of the Constitution: government is collectively responsible to Lok Sabha; a no‑confidence motion needs support of at least 50 members.
⚖️ Mains Analytical & Syllabus Linkages
The infrequency of successful no‑confidence motions highlights the stability of parliamentary democracy and the procedural safeguards that balance efficiency with democratic scrutiny.
🎯 UPSC Prelims Practice Drill
Which of the following is NOT a procedural requirement for moving a no‑confidence motion in the Lok Sabha?
- [A] Support of at least 50 members of the Lok Sabha
- [B] Discussion of the motion within 10 days of its introduction
- [C] Introduction of the motion by the Prime Minister
- [D] Voting on the motion after the allotted discussion period
▶ Reveal Official Answer & Analytical Explanation
The Constitution and Rules of Procedure require at least 50 members' support, discussion within 10 days, and a vote after discussion. There is no provision that the Prime Minister must introduce a no‑confidence motion; any member(s) can move it.
🏛️ Historical Twin PYQ Anchor (2021)
Consider the following statements regarding the "National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)": 1. It is implemented by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. 2. Central Pollution Control Board acts as the sole regulatory executive body.