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Which of the following motions is passed to criticise government policy?

A

Adjournment Motion

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Censure Motion

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C

Cut Motion

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No Confidence Motion

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Solution

The correct option is B Censure Motion
A censure literally means expression of strong disapproval or harsh criticism. So, the Parliament can pass a ‘Censure Motion’ to criticise a policy or statement by the government or a particular official.

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