Question Q.6ExamineGS2GS2
Parliamentary committees serve as vital tools for legislative oversight, ensuring accountability and transparency in governance processes. In light of the statement, examine the role of the Public Accounts Committee in establishing financial accountability of the executive.
Introduction
"Congress in session is Congress on public exhibition while Congress in committees is Congress at work," said Woodrow Wilson. In India, they are empowered under Art 105 & 118.
29 words
Main Body
"Congress in session is Congress on public exhibition while Congress in committees is Congress at work," said Woodrow Wilson. In India, they are empowered under Art 105 & 118.
vital tools
Non-partisan functioning
Free of Anti-defection Law
Involvement of experts
Public Accounts Committee
1Evaluates the 3 reports of the CAG
Appropriation Act
Estimates Report
Report of Public Sector Undertakings
2Can utilise services of CAG as friend, philosopher & guide
3Can invite experts for opinion
4Can call regulators for justification
SEBI chief over Co-location scam
5Submit reports to Parliament for debate → Public Opinion (+)
However, there are certain challenges
1Reports only accepted by consensus unlike DRSC with dissent notes
2Non-binding nature of reports
3Only post-facto analysis
4Often delayed constitution or disruption
138 words4 paragraphs6 bullet points
- Good opening quote by Woodrow Wilson
- Clear structural breakdown
- Balanced answer with challenges section
Topper
Bhavesh Jaglan
AIR 1282025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Parliament and State Legislatures - Structure, Functioning, Powers & Privileges
Structure and Functioning
Public Accounts Committee
Writing Stats
167
Total words
4
Paragraphs
6
Bullets
analytical
Tone