A lot has been written and debated about the recent no-confidence motion in the Indian Parliament on July 20, 2018. Even more has been discussed about the behavior and antics of Rahul Gandhi. But let us take a step back and understand what exactly transpired on Friday July 20. As per the dictionary, a motion of no-confidence is a statement or vote which states that a person(s) in a position of responsibility is no longer deemed fit to hold that position, perhaps because they are inadequate in some respect, are failing to carry out obligations, or are making decisions that other members feel is detrimental. These are serious charges. As a parliamentary motion, a no-confidence move tells to the head of state that the elected parliament no longer has confidence in (one or more members of) the appointed government. A no-confidence motion is directed against the cabinet and if it is supported by most of the members of the Parliament (Lok Sabha in the case of India), the Government is bou...