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Articles 168 to 212 in Part VI of the Constitution deal with the organisation, composition, duration, officers, procedures, privileges, powers and so on of the State Legislature.In most of the States, the Legislature consists of the Governor and the Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha). This means that these State have unicameral Legislature. In a Six States( … Read more
The Functions of Parliament are not only varied in nature, but considerable in volume. The time at its disposal is limited. It cannot make very detailed scrutiny of all legislative and other matters that come up before it. A good deal of Parliamentary business is, therefore, transacted in the committees.These are committees, with MPs as … Read more
Commissions/Committees & Their Purpose Arjun Sen Gupta Public Sector Enterprise Autonomy Committee Rangarajan Committee Disinvestment of PSUs & Balance of Payments. Malhotra Committee Insurance Sector & its regulation. Follow up led to setting up of IRDA. Madhukar Committee Gold exchange traded fund implementation. L.C. Gupta Committee … Read more
District Planning Committees: Catalysts for Inclusive and Sustainable Development District Planning Committees (DPCs) are crucial institutions in India’s decentralized planning framework, playing a vital role in bridging the gap between national policies and local realities. They serve as platforms for participatory planning, ensuring that local needs and priorities are reflected in development strategies. This article … Read more
The State Legislature: A Vital Pillar of American Democracy The United States boasts a complex and multifaceted system of government, with power distributed across federal, state, and local levels. At the heart of each state’s governance lies the state legislature, a body of elected representatives responsible for crafting and enacting laws that directly impact the … Read more
The Inner Sanctum: A Deep Dive into Cabinet Committees The British Cabinet, the collective decision-making body of the UK government, is a complex and multifaceted entity. While the full Cabinet, comprising all government ministers, meets regularly, the real work of policy development and decision-making often occurs within a network of Cabinet Committees. These smaller, specialized … Read more
The Rules Committee: Guardians of the Legislative Process The Rules Committee, a powerful and often overlooked entity in the United States Congress, plays a crucial role in shaping the legislative process. This committee, with its unique authority to determine the rules governing debate and amendment of bills, wields significant influence over the fate of legislation. … Read more
The Library Committee: Guardians of Knowledge and Community Hubs The library, once a quiet sanctuary for bookworms, has evolved into a vibrant community hub, offering a diverse range of resources and services. At the heart of this transformation lies the Library Committee, a group of dedicated individuals who play a crucial role in shaping the … Read more
The Committee on Government Assurances: A Vital Watchdog for Public Trust The Committee on Government Assurances (CGA) plays a crucial role in ensuring the accountability and transparency of government agencies. This independent body, often established within legislative bodies, scrutinizes government assurances, which are formal statements made by government officials regarding their intentions, plans, or commitments. … Read more
The Committee on Subordinate Legislation: Guardian of Democratic Legitimacy Introduction In the intricate tapestry of modern governance, the concept of “subordinate legislation” plays a crucial role. This refers to laws made by bodies other than the legislature, often delegated by the primary law-making authority. While seemingly innocuous, subordinate legislation can wield significant power, impacting various … Read more