Which of the following is/are the exclusive power(s) of Lok Sabha?
- To ratify the declaration of Emergency
- To pass a motion of no-confidence against the Council of Ministers
- To impeach the President of India Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct Answer: Option B
Here's an analysis of the powers of the Lok Sabha:
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Statement 1 is incorrect: The ratification of the declaration of Emergency requires the approval of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha within one month from the date of its issue. It is not an exclusive power of the Lok Sabha.
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Statement 2 is correct: According to Article 75 of the Constitution, the Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha. This means only the Lok Sabha can pass a motion of no-confidence against the Council of Ministers. This is an exclusive power of the Lok Sabha.
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Statement 3 is incorrect: The power to impeach the President of India is not exclusive to the Lok Sabha. Either the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha can initiate the impeachment process.
Hence, only statement 2 is correct.