Consider the following statements regarding Rule 267 of the Rajya Sabha:
Statement I: Rule 267 allows the suspension of any rule to discuss matters of national importance, even if they are not listed in the business of the day.
Statement II: The 2000 amendment to Rule 267 restricted its use, allowing suspension of rules only for discussions on matters already included in the day’s agenda.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
1
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I.
2
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I.
3
Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.
4
Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct.