No-Confidence Motion Against Speaker Om Birla Explained
Why in the news
A no-confidence motion was moved by the Opposition against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, highlighting how a presiding officer can be removed.
Key facts
- Provision: Article 94(c) of the Constitution.
- Covers: both the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker.
- Process: a resolution of the Lok Sabha backed by a majority of all the then members.
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| Article | 94(c) |
| Office-holders covered | Speaker and Deputy Speaker |
| House | Lok Sabha |
| Vote required | Majority of all the then members |
Why the wording matters
- The count is of every member at that time, not only those present and voting.
Exam angle
- Article for removal of the Speaker: 94(c).
- Key phrase: all the then members.
- Speaker in the news: Om Birla.