In India, can an adjournment motion be moved in the Council of States?

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Q: 46 (SCRA/2010)
In India, can an adjournment motion be moved in the Council of States?

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SCRA

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Yes, an adjournment motion can be moved in the Council of States, also known as the Rajya Sabha, in India. An adjournment motion is a parliamentary procedure that allows Members of Parliament (MPs) to adjourn a debate in the House to discuss a matter of urgent public importance. If an adjournment motion is accepted by the presiding officer of the Rajya Sabha, the House is adjourned, and a discussion on the matter is held. However, it is important to note that an adjournment motion can only be moved with the permission of the Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha. Additionally, the motion must be supported by at least 50 members of the House before it can be taken up for discussion. Rule 180 of the Rajya Sabha's Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business provides for the moving and discussing of adjournment motions in the Rajya Sabha. According to this rule, "A motion may be made with the consent of the Chairperson to adjourn the House to discuss a matter of urgent public importance." This means that if a member of the Rajya Sabha wants to move an adjournment motion, they need to seek the permission of the Chairperson of the House. If the Chairperson grants permission, the House will be adjourned, and a discussion on the matter will be held. It is important to note that an adjournment motion in the Rajya Sabha must be supported by at least 50 members of the House before it can be taken up for discussion. Additionally, the member moving the motion is required to give written notice of the motion to the Secretary-General of the Rajya Sabha at least two hours before the commencement of the sitting.