Which one among the following statements about an adjournment motion in the Parliament of India is not correct?
- A. Its objective is to draw attention of the House to any recent matter of urgent public importance.
- B. Adjournment motion is an extraordinary procedure.
- C. This motion can be invoked on any matter of urgent importance that may even be within the jurisdiction of a State Government. ✓
- D. The Chair has absolute discretion to refuse consent.
Correct Answer: C. This motion can be invoked on any matter of urgent importance that may even be within the jurisdiction of a State Government.
Explanation
An adjournment motion must relate to a specific matter of urgent public importance that falls within the primary jurisdiction of the Central Government, not matters solely within State jurisdiction.
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