Recent years have witnessed a concerning decline in Parliament's functioning, marked by frequent disruptions and reduced debate on crucial national issues. Analyse the reasons for the decline in Parliament's functioning in the country and suggest remedial measures.

Parliament is the temple of democracy and Parliamentarians represent the voices and interests of citizens in indirect democracy as existent in India.

Concerning Decline in Parliament's Functioning

1. Increased disruptions, walk-outs and mischievous activity (stumbling in well) (Kerala v. RAJIT)

2. Reduced annual sitting

3. Unproductive question hour - only 15% coy.

Is utilized = time

4. Reduced number of bills screed for parliamentary scrutiny - 14th lok sabha - 68% bills - 17th lok sabha - 16% bills.

5. Defining time of discussion on bills - 49% bills passed within two weeks of introduction

6. Budget discussion came down from 100 hrs to 3.5 hrs average