difference between calling attention motion and adjournment motion
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A motion is a proposal by a Member of Parliament (MP).
Calling Attention Motion
This motion aims to bring attention of a concerned minister to a matter of urgent public importance. It is an indian innovation. The minister then responds on the matter.
Adjournment Motion
This is a very powerful motion. It suspends the normal functioning of the house. It is introduced to bring the attention of the house to the matter of urgent public importance. If passed it amounts to defeat of the government. Thus it can only be introduced in the lok sabha. For the motion to be admitted it should be supported by at least 50 members of the house. However to introduce this motion the following points must be complied with:-
It should be a matter of urgent public importance
It should not be framed in general terms.
It should be specific
It should not be about a matter which has already been discussed in the same session of the house
It should not take up matter which is subjudice
It should not raise a question of privelege
It should not be used for a matter which can be discussed using any other motion