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.
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Parliamentary Accountability is the Key Trait of India's Parliament. 'Westminster Model' of Parliamentary Democracy. Core feature is that 'Executive belongs to the Parliament & is responsible to the parliament'. Decline in Parliamentary Functioning & Reduced Debate on National Issue (1) Only 68 days average sitting per year of 17th Lok Sabha again 150 days of UK parliament. (2) Rising disruption even in limited time. (3) Frequent guillotine of budgetary discussion hampering financial accountability. (4) BOY of the budgetary award for (5) 2023 Budget passed without discussion. (6) In 2023, more than 100 Mile had to be expelled only to discard. (7) Mathus Mantra Gal of 'Cash for Question'. (8) All above leads highlight lesser functioning & decline in parliamentary functioning.
Conclusion
Thus, a democratic opposition should have its 'say but Executive should have its 'way'.
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Parliament and State Legislatures - Structure, Functioning, Powers & Privileges
Parliamentary Functioning and Decline
Reasons for Decline in Parliament's Functioning
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