How can members insist upon correct procedure of business?

• A. Only the president may rise to a point of order
• B. Any member may rise to a point of order
• C. Only the advisor may rise to a point of order
• D. A point of order may not be raised

Answer: (B)

In parliamentary procedure, a point of order is a tool to enforce proper conduct of the meeting. Any member may rise to a point of order when they believe a rule is being violated or the proceedings aren’t following the agreed procedures. The chair must recognize the member, pause the current business, and rule on the point. This mechanism keeps the group’s actions fair and in line with the rules, no matter who notices the issue. If the ruling is challenged, the group can decide whether to uphold it, but the key idea is that this authority isn’t reserved for the president or an advisor—any member can call for it.