Lack of a binding framework for pre-legislative consultations in India limits citizen engagement in the lawmaking.' Propose measures to strengthen the role of public consultation in the legislative process.

Pre legislative consultations allow for testing public consultations before the lawmaking begins (ie before introduction in Parliament). & Lack of binding framework - affects citizen engagement (1) Role in actively putting opinions - restricted by Limited to representative democracy (2) Dissent is not taken - SC- said dissent is the promise value of democracy (3) Could lead to part Laws meleme & other issues (4) Majoritarianism outcomes, could & affect the minority - b Citizensh Amendment Act.

& Measures to strengthen the role (1) • Jan surveys - where people put forward their grievances & spying (2) Digital platforms like UMAANG & e-Kranti - to help reach & audience & others letter (3) Training of citizens on giving consultations (4) NGOs & CSOs can play the role of implementing dissenters - also could mean pros & cons of each law e PRs body - researches every law. (5) Involvement to Art 118 - rules of conduct of business in Parliament to make public consultation & parliamentary committees mandatory Thus, with the support of people & vigilant citizens, the goal of direct democracy can be achieved © Cannons of motherhood.