On the question vs Of the question

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'On the question' is commonly used when discussing a specific issue or topic, while 'of the question' is used when referring to the content or subject matter of a question.

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On the question

This phrase is correct and commonly used when discussing a specific issue or topic.

This phrase is used to refer to a particular issue or topic that is being discussed or considered.

Examples:

Let's focus on the question of sustainability in our next meeting.
The article provides a detailed analysis on the question of climate change.
We need to address the key points on the question of funding for the project.

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On the question of timing, we have a number of amendments.
On the question of translation, let me say I regret what happened.
On the question of enlargement, I have said we want to start the negotiations.
On the question of planting rights, we believe there must be a grubbing-up option.
On the question about who were her most important supporters, Lene answers: Family and friends.
On the question of combating corruption, we are of course all agreed.
On the question of substance, Mrs Reding spoke of added value.
On the question of advertising and consumer information, I urge Parliament to accept the amendment that asks the Commission to look again at this issue.
On the question of application interfaces and the technology, the key word is 'interoperability'.
On the question of the preamble, I quite agree and I will accept Amendment 7.
On the question of corruption the Commission might be well advised to put its own house in order first, before lecturing others.
On the question of cross-references between a Council political declaration and the regulations, the Liberal Group agrees that those references should be minimal.
On the question of Macedonia, there has been a great deal of progress in many areas. I recognise this and I am pleased about it.
On the question of Afghan institutions, I want to end with a word on Afghan undertakings.
On the question of continuing the subsidies for unprofitable coal mines, I have gone against the line taken by my group and abstained.
On the question of 'fair and unfair', the framework directive would hinge on a general clause prohibiting unfair commercial practices.
On the question of history, we know that there are still some very difficult, delicate issues between the Baltic States and Russia.
On the question of a parking space without use of infrastructure, we were invited to go further.
On the question of breach of implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, we find for the plaintiff.
On the question whether the aid is restricted to the minimum necessary

Alternatives:

regarding the question
concerning the question
about the question
pertaining to the question
in relation to the question

Of the question

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to the content or subject matter of a question.

This phrase is used to indicate the content or subject matter that a question is addressing.