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Privileges and Immunities of State Legislatures

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Similar to Parliament, state legislative assemblies and councils hold powers to regulate internal proceedings, punish contempt, and protect freedom of speech for members. Members can’t be prosecuted for anything said or voted within the House. Summons can be issued to individuals for breach of privilege. However, undefined privileges occasionally raise legal tussles. Courts maintain privileges can’t override fundamental rights, ensuring a balance. These immunities safeguard legislative integrity, enabling frank debates on public matters. Yet, controversies arise when Houses penalize journalists or bureaucrats. Understanding them clarifies the parallels and distinctions between parliamentary privileges and those at state levels.

Practice Questions

What is the maximum number of members in the Legislative Council of a state?

Which of the following is an essential feature of a federal system?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन का निर्धारण किसकी स्वीकृति से होता है?

What is the maximum strength of the Legislative Assembly of a state?

Who is the first woman President of India?

Who was the first woman to become the President of India?

केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्तियों का विभाजन किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

संसद द्वारा विधेयक का पुनर्विचार किस अनुच्छेद के अंतर्गत संभव है?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया में राज्यसभाओं का समर्थन कितने प्रतिशत से अधिक होना चाहिए?

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