1. Zero hour is an informal procedure to raise a matter of serious importance2. Half an hour discussion can not happen for matters already asked under Question hour.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?a)1 onlyb)2 onlyc)Both 1 and 2d)Neither 1 nor 2
Ans-[A]
Explanation– Zero hour is not recognised in any Lok sabha rules and Zero Hour doesn’t find a mention in the Rules of Procedure and hence it’s considered an informal procedure for the members of Parliament to raise matters of serious importance.
Whether answer to a question Starred on Unstarred needs elucidation on a matter of fact, any member can table a notice for raising Half-an-Hour Discussion. If the notice is admitted and gets priority in ballot such a discussion may be allowed by the Speaker. Normally such discussions are held on three days in a week, viz., Monday, Wednesday and Friday except in Budget Session when such discussion is not held till the financial business is completed. The discussion is normally held from 17.30 to 18.00 hrs. During the discussion, the member who has given notice makes a short statement and not more than four other members, who have given advance notice before 11.00 hours on the day on which discussion is to be held are permitted to ask a question each for further elucidating any matter of fact. Thereafter, the Minister concerned replies.
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