UPSC Prelims 2017·GS1·polity-and-governance·governance

The Parliament of India exercises control over the functions of the Council of Ministers through 1. Adjournment motion 2. Question hour 3. Supplementary questions Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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  1. A1 only
  2. B2 and 3 only
  3. C1 and 3 only
  4. D1, 2 and 3Correct

Explanation

The Indian Parliament, particularly the Lok Sabha, exercises control over the Council of Ministers through various mechanisms to ensure their accountability: 1. Adjournment motion: This motion is introduced in the Parliament to draw the attention of the House to a definite matter of urgent public importance. If admitted, it leads to a discussion, often critical of the government's actions or inactions, thus holding the Council of Ministers accountable. 2. Question hour: The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is allotted for Question Hour. During this time, Members of Parliament ask questions to ministers on various administrative aspects, and ministers are obliged to answer. This is a crucial mechanism for accountability. 3. Supplementary questions: When a question is asked during the Question Hour, the minister provides an answer. Members of Parliament can then ask supplementary questions arising out of the original answer, seeking further clarification or information. This deepens the scrutiny and reinforces accountability. All three are effective tools used by the Parliament to control and hold the Council of Ministers responsible.
polity-and-governance: The Parliament of India exercises control over the functions of the Council of Ministers through 1. Adjournment motion 2

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