Cut Motion
Budget Process Advancedकटौती प्रस्ताव
Definition
A cut motion is a device available to Lok Sabha members to oppose a Demand for Grants. Three types exist: Disapproval of Policy Cut (reduces amount to Re 1, expressing disapproval of the policy), Economy Cut (reduces amount by a specified sum to achieve economy), and Token Cut (reduces amount by Rs 100 to raise a specific grievance). If passed, it is equivalent to a no-confidence motion.
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Why Cut Motion Matters
Understanding cut motion is essential for anyone following government finances, preparing for competitive exams, or analysing India's economic policy. This concept directly affects how the government allocates resources and plans its fiscal strategy.
In the context of India's Union Budget 2026-27, with a total size of Rs 53.47 lakh crore, terms like cut motion help citizens and analysts evaluate whether the government is on the right fiscal path. The numbers in the budget are only meaningful when one understands the underlying concepts.
For UPSC aspirants, cut motion is frequently tested in both Prelims and Mains, particularly in Paper III (Economic Development). For CA and MBA students, this concept appears in public finance and macroeconomics courses.
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