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Foreign Policy and Parliament’s Role

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

India’s foreign policy decisions primarily rest with the executive (PM, Ministry of External Affairs). However, Parliament holds debates, question hours, or special discussions on treaties, border disputes, or major international accords (e.g., Indo-US nuclear deal). While no constitutional provision mandates legislative ratification of treaties, parliamentary scrutiny influences public opinion and exerts moral pressure. Standing Committees on External Affairs help shape policy directions. Critics propose formal treaty ratification laws to ensure transparency and bipartisanship. Balancing executive agility with legislative oversight ensures that critical national engagements reflect the popular will, aligning diplomacy with India’s democratic ethos.

Practice Questions

भारत का संविधान किस वर्ष अपनाया गया था?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन और भत्ता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment process?

What is the minimum age for a person to contest elections for the Lok Sabha?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of interests of minorities?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the President of India?

न्यायपालिका की संरचना में किसका प्रमुख योगदान होता है?

किस अनुच्छेद के तहत नागरिकों को वर्गीय भेदभाव से सुरक्षा मिलती है?

भारतीय संविधान में नागरिकों के मौलिक अधिकार किस दस्तावेज़ में वर्णित हैं?

Which of the following is a provision of the Indian Constitution regarding the Emergency?