Question

Mark the best option:
What is ‘zero hour’ in parliament?

Options

• when the proposals of the opposition are considered

• when matters of utmost importance are raised

• interval between the morning and afternoon sessions

• when a Money Bill is introduced on the Lok Sabha

Answer 1

when matters of utmost importance are raised

Zero Hour: The time immediately following the Question Hour has come to be known as "Zero Hour". It starts at around 12 noon(hence the name) and members can, with prior notice to the Speaker, raise issues of importance during this time.