Question 4GS2GS2
Discuss the role of the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) for the effective functioning of democracy in India. (Answer in 150 words)
Main Body
"Opposition is bulwark against tyranny of majority" Recently Ex CJI NV Ramana voiced concern about state of opposition in India. Leader of oppositionAs per convention & principle opposition party becoming 70P, Pantry securing 70P while in the house select one of leaders as leader of Opposition. It is given status of Cabinet Minister in the precedence list. Role of leader of Opposition LoP: (1) Holding government accountable (2) Proper and disruption free functioning of parliament (3) As per parliamentary rules, LoP is first point of contact and representative of opposition in the house (4) LoP decides allocation of the party time to individual members during any debate. (5) LoP generally heads the parliament any committee in absence of cabinet member in the committee. Strengthening Role: This LoP has important role in parliament democracy
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Box showing 'Leader of opposition' with branches to 'As per convention', 'Principle opposition party securing 70P', 'While in the house select one of leaders as leader of Opposition', 'It is given status of Cabinet Minister in the precedence list'
Topper
pakshal
AIR 82090secretry
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Parliament and State Legislatures - Structure, Functioning, Powers & Privileges
Structure and Functioning
Structure and Functioning
Writing Stats
135
Total words
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analytical
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