New Delhi, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commended the speech delivered by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the Lok Sabha. He highlighted that the address emphasized the significance of parliamentary traditions and the need for collective efforts towards the nation’s progress.
On Thursday, Prime Minister Modi took to the social media platform ‘X’ to express, “Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarkable speech is filled with facts and underscores the importance of parliamentary traditions, as well as the necessity of working together for the country’s advancement.”
Amit Shah responded to a discussion in the Lok Sabha regarding a no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla. He noted that this is not a common occurrence, as it has been nearly four decades since a no-confidence motion was raised against a Speaker. Shah termed this a regrettable event for parliamentary politics and the House.
He asserted that the Speaker represents the House, not any political party, and is the guardian of the rights of all members. Bringing a no-confidence motion against the Speaker is not an act of bravery, he stated.
Shah mentioned that the discussion lasted nearly 13 hours, with participation from over 42 MPs. Contrary to accepting the Speaker’s decisions as final, the opposition has raised questions about his integrity. He emphasized that the Lok Sabha is the largest assembly of democracy in India and has earned global recognition. When doubts are cast on the integrity of its leader, it raises questions not only for the country but for the democratic process worldwide.
Reflecting on his time in opposition, Shah noted that there were three instances when a no-confidence motion was raised against the Speaker, but his party and coalition never submitted such a motion. He stated that they functioned as a constructive opposition, preserving the dignity of the Speaker while seeking protection of their legal rights.
In his speech, Shah elaborated on the powers of the Speaker under Rule 374, which allows for warnings, naming, expulsion, and suspension in cases of disorderly conduct. He insisted that movements and activism must adhere to the rules of the House. He also mentioned that under Rule 375, the House must be adjourned in cases of serious disorder, and under Rule 380, the Speaker has the authority to remove unparliamentary words and comments from the proceedings.
Shah argued that unparliamentary remarks should not be recorded in the history of Parliament, as this sets a precedent for future members. He noted that the list of unparliamentary words has been compiled by many distinguished individuals since the inception of the House and is binding for all.
He concluded by stating that while the opposition has constitutional rights, it does not possess any special privileges. Rights can be protected, but those living under the illusion of privileges will not receive protection from their party or the public.
The Union Home Minister highlighted that the 16th Lok Sabha held 331 meetings, the 17th had 274, and the current Lok Sabha is projected to have 103 meetings by 2025. He noted that the budget session of 2025 achieved a productivity rate of 118%. The productivity rates for the 16th, 17th, and 18th Lok Sabhas were all 91%, with the highest productivity occurring under the current Speaker Om Birla’s tenure. The Speaker has extended the zero hour duration to five hours.
Shah remarked that in his 30 years as a legislator, he has never seen a Speaker allow members to raise zero hour issues until midnight. He provided opportunities for 202 MPs to raise questions, countering claims from the opposition that they lack such opportunities.
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