“40. (1) A motion may be withdrawn, at the request of the mover, after it has been moved by leave of the Assembly, before the question is fully put thereon, if there is no dissentient voice.

(2) A motion so withdrawn may not be moved again within twelve months from the date of withdrawal.

(3) If an amendment has been proposed to a motion, the original motion cannot be withdrawn until the amendment has been disposed of.”

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