Conditions for Admissibility of Cut Motion(with examples)
A Cut Motion will be allowed in Lok Sabha only if these rules are followed . 1. Must relate to one demand only Meaning:
MP must talk about only one ministry demand. ✅ Allowed example
“Reduce Railway demand by ₹100” ❌ Not allowed
“Reduce Railway and Defence demands” 2. Must be clear and not defamatory Meaning:
No abusive or insulting language. ✅ Allowed
“Railway funds are poorly allocated” ❌ Not allowed
“Railway minister is corrupt” 3. Must relate to one specific matter Meaning:
One clear issue only. ✅ Allowed
“Rural railway stations neglected” ❌ Not allowed
“Railways are bad in many ways everywhere” 4. Must not propose law change Meaning:
Cut motion cannot suggest changing laws. ✅ Allowed
“Reduce railway admin expenses” ❌ Not allowed
“Amend Railway Act through this motion” (Law change requires separate bill) 5. Must concern Union Government Meaning:
Only central govt subjects allowed. ✅ Allowed
“Railway project delay” ❌ Not allowed
“State road conditions bad” (Roads often state subject) 6. Must not relate to…