The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is termed as Question hour. It is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House. During this time, the members ask questions and the ministers usually give answers.
The questions are of three types, namely,
Starred Questions:
These are distinguished by an asterisk.
It requires an oral answer and hence supplementary questions can follow.
The list of these questions is printed in green colour.
Unstarred Questions:
It requires a written answer and hence, supplementary questions cannot follow.
The list of these questions is printed in white colour.
Short Notice Questions:
The matters of public importance and of urgent character are considered under this type of questions.
It is asked by giving a notice of less than ten days.
It is answered orally.
The list of these questions is printed in light pink colour.
In addition to the ministers, the questions can also be asked to the private members.
Question To Private Members:
These questions are mentioned under Rule 40 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha.
A question may be addressed to a private member if the subject matter of the question relates to some bill, resolution for which that member is responsible.
The list of these questions is printed in yellow colour
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