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Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Set up by Parliament to examine specific matters of national importance, often scandals or major policy issues. Members from both Houses form a JPC, investigating controversies like the 2G spectrum allocation. The committee summons ministers, officials, and experts to gather evidence, culminating in a report with recommendations. Although not a standing mechanism, JPCs wield significant clout and media attention. Implementation of suggestions depends on political will. Critics question possible biases if the ruling party holds a majority. Nonetheless, JPCs reflect the legislature’s power to hold the executive accountable in exceptional circumstances, bridging democratic transparency and public trust.

Practice Questions

राष्ट्रपति के आपातकालिक शक्तियाँ किस अनुच्छेद के तहत निर्धारित हैं?

राज्य के अधिकारों की सीमा किसके द्वारा निर्धारित की जाती है?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चयन किस आधार पर किया जाता है?

Who is the first citizen of India?

Who among the following was the first woman Governor of an Indian state?

निर्वाचन आयोग के अध्यक्ष का चयन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

Who was the first President of India?

What is the maximum number of judges in the Supreme Court of India?

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

राष्ट्रपति के लिए योग्यता मानदंड किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित हैं?