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Indian Polity • Parliament & ExecutiveMedium

What is the specialized parliamentary device in India used to raise a matter of urgent public importance that requires immediate attention, which can be moved with the consent of the Speaker during the zero hour?

A. Adjournment Motion
B. Calling Attention Motion✓ Correct Answer
C. Half-an-Hour Discussion
D. Short Duration Discussion

💡 Solution & Explanation

A Calling Attention Motion is a unique parliamentary instrument introduced in India during 1954 allowing legislators to draw a minister's attention to matters of urgent public importance during zero hour. Motions like the Adjournment Motion entail the interruption of normal business for censure, which is distinct from simply calling attention. This procedural device does not involve any formal voting or censure of the government.

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