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No-Confidence Motion

In India, a Motion of No Confidence can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha. The motion is allowed for discussion when a minimum of 50 members of the Lok Sabha support the motion. If the motion carries, the Lok Sabha debates and votes on the motion. If majority of the members of the Lok Sabha vote in favour of the motion, the motion is passed and the Government is bound to vacate the office in accordance with Article 75 of the Constitution, which says that the council of ministers shall be collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha.