Consider the following statements with reference to lsquo Point of Order rsquo 1 A member can raise ...........

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Consider the following statements with reference to ‘Point of Order’:

1. A member can raise a point of order when the proceedings of the House do not follow the normal rules of procedure.

2. If point of order is admitted by the speaker or chairman, a debate is allowed on it.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: A member can raise a point of order when the proceedings of the House do not follow the normal rules of procedure. A point of order should relate to the interpretation or enforcement of the Rules of the House or such articles of the Constitution that regulate the business of the House and should raise a question that is within the cognizance of the Speaker.
Statement 2 is not correct: It is usually raised by an opposition member in order to control the government. It is an extraordinary device as it suspends the proceedings before the House. No debate is allowed on a point of order.