Question

With reference to Company Meetings, explain the following : 

What is a Motion?

Answer 1

Motions: A motion is a proposal or proposition moved by a member for the purpose of discussion at the meeting. Before it can be taken for discussion, the motion must be duly ‘ proposed by someone and must be duly seconded by someone present. In case there is no seconder, die motion lacks the support of the members and it is lost. The motion must be in writing and it must relate to the items placed on the agenda. When the motion is duly seconded, the chairman puts it for discussion and invites amendments.