Question Q.3Bring out and suggestGS2GS2
Private Member's Bills (PMBs) seldom become law in India, yet they are an important aspect of parliamentary democracy. Bring out their significance and suggest steps to strengthen the PMBs process.
Introduction
PMBs - Bills introduced by MPs & not ministers. The last time a PMB became a law was in 1970s.
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Main Body
PMBs - Bills introduced by MPs & not ministers are called PMBs. The last time a PMB became a law was in 1970s.
Features
introduced on alt Fridays
scrutinized by Committee on PMB
sole responsibility of MP - MoLaw not involved
defeat of PMB ≠ defeat of govt.
Significance
allow MPs to initiate legislation on important issues ignored by Govt
Ex: Bill on Maximum Work Hours
allow MPs from ruling party to take an independent stand
attract Parliament's attention to crucial matters
lowers burden on Govt
Steps to Strengthen PMB Process:
Time allotted for PMBs must not be used for govt business
Sub-Committee within Committee on PMBs - to prioritize PMBs & allot time expeditiously
Amendment of Rules of LS/PS - to streamline the procedure
Necessary Assistance from MoLaw
Strenthen LAMP Fellowship Prog
146 words4 paragraphs13 bullet points
Conclusion
Steps include strengthening LAMP Fellowship Program, ensuring time allocation for PMBs, and providing necessary assistance from Ministry of Law.
19 words
Topper
ADITYA PATHAK
AIR 1892025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Parliament and State Legislatures - Structure, Functioning, Powers & Privileges
Powers and Privileges
Private Member's Bills
Writing Stats
185
Total words
4
Paragraphs
13
Bullets
formal
Tone