In which year was the 'No Confidence Motion' introduced for the first time in the Lok Sabha?

The correct answer is 1963.

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• The first 'No Confidence Motion' was introduced in the Lok Sabha in 1963 by Acharya J.B. Kripalani.

Key Points

• Acharya J.B. Kripalani, a prominent Indian politician, was the one who introduced the motion.
• The motion was introduced against the government led by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.
• A 'No Confidence Motion' is a statement or vote which states that a person in a position of responsibility is no longer deemed fit to hold that position.
• Lok Sabha
  • It is the lower house of India's bicameral Parliament.
  • Members are elected directly by the people of India.

Additional Information

• No Confidence Motion
  • It is a parliamentary motion moved in the Lok Sabha against the government.
  • If the motion is passed, the government is obliged to resign.
  • It is a tool to ensure that the government remains accountable to the Parliament.
• Lok Sabha
  • Also known as the House of the People.
  • It has a term of five years but can be dissolved earlier.
  • It represents the citizens of India directly and its members are elected through general elections.
• Acharya J.B. Kripalani
  • Full name: Jivatram Bhagwandas Kripalani.
  • He was an Indian politician, noted for his role in the Indian independence movement.
  • He served as the President of the Indian National Congress in 1946.