Rahul Gandhi Alleges Speech Suppression in Lok Sabha, Cites Parliamentary Convention

• Rahul Gandhi wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, alleging he was prevented from speaking during the Budget Session.
• The incident occurred during the discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s Address.
• Gandhi stated he authenticated a magazine he intended to cite, as instructed by the Speaker, but was still denied the opportunity to speak.
• He argued that preventing him from speaking, especially on national security, violates parliamentary convention and his rights as Leader of the Opposition.
• The row began when Gandhi tried to quote from an unpublished book by former Army chief Manoj Naravane on the India–China border situation, leading to objections from government ministers.

Why It Matters: Rahul Gandhi claims his right to speak in Lok Sabha was violated, citing parliamentary convention.