Privilege Notice: Parliamentary Privilege Rules and Articles
Why in the news
The Centre announced a privilege notice against the Leader of Opposition, alleging baseless and misleading remarks during the Lok Sabha Budget debate.
Key facts
- A privilege notice is an MP’s formal complaint of breach of privilege or contempt of the House.
- Privileges let MPs work free of obstruction or intimidation.
| Article | Subject |
|---|---|
| 105 | Privileges of Parliament and MPs |
| 105(2) | Immunity for speech and votes in Parliament |
| 194 | Same for State Legislatures |
| 122 | Courts cannot question proceedings over procedure |
Grounds
- Giving false information, obstructing members, defaming the House, publishing distorted or expunged proceedings, or lowering its authority.
Exam angle
- Admitting authority: Speaker (Lok Sabha) or Chairman (Rajya Sabha).