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Parliamentary Committees

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Subsets of MPs formed to study specific matters in detail. Standing Committees (e.g., Public Accounts Committee, Estimates Committee) are permanent, scrutinizing departmental budgets and policies. Ad hoc committees address temporary issues like bills or inquiries. These committees alleviate the main House’s workload, enabling expert discussions, collecting evidence, and framing recommendations. Their reports guide legislative amendments and executive accountability. Departmentally Related Standing Committees streamline oversight on ministries, fostering consistent review. Parliamentary committees facilitate bipartisan collaboration, critical for effective checks and balances. Students should note how committee findings often shape policy reforms and highlight transparency in public administration.

Practice Questions

What is the maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha?

Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

प्रधानमंत्री का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

विधान सभा के चुनाव में किस निर्वाचन प्रणाली का उपयोग होता है?

The Parliament of India consists of which of the following?

राज्यों के बीच मतभेदों का समाधान किस प्रावधान के तहत किया जाता है?

Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right under the Indian Constitution?

राष्ट्रपति द्वारा दी जाने वाली शपथ किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

भारत का संविधान किस वर्ष अपनाया गया था?

What is the procedure for impeachment of the President of India?