What happened
The Rajya Sabha was repeatedly adjourned after the Opposition and the Union government clashed over how to take up the alleged NEET paper leak issue. The Opposition wanted a debate under Rule 267, which would suspend the day’s business, while the government refused to accept conditions for any discussion.
Deputy Chairman Harivansh read out a ruling saying adjournment motions are to be used only in the rarest of rare situations. The Opposition said the Education Minister should resign before any debate could begin, while Leader of the House J.P. Nadda accused the Opposition of damaging parliamentary dignity through irresponsible conduct.
Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge also tried to raise the issue of police action against protesters amid BJP sloganeering. No agenda items were addressed because repeated adjournments prevented business from proceeding.
Background and earlier position
Rule 267 is a device in the Rajya Sabha that can suspend the listed business of the day for an urgent debate. The Chair has discretion over whether such a request is admitted, and the Deputy Chairman’s ruling in the House reaffirmed that the mechanism is exceptional rather than routine.
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