A censure motion needs to state the reasons for its adoption, unlike a no-confidence motion. If a censure motion is passed by the Lok Sabha, the Council of Ministers is not obliged to resign (though it indicates a loss of confidence and may lead to a no-confidence motion). If a no-confidence motion is passed, the entire Council of Ministers must resign.
Which one of the following statements is not correct?
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2022 · Topic: The Council of Ministers (Principle of Ministerial Responsibility and Accountability to Parliament)
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Answer: C. A censure motion cannot be moved against the entire Council of Ministers.
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