Parliament Session
What is parliamentary sections and related some issues
As per the parliamentary tradition, three sessions of Parliament are held every year-
- Budget session,
- Monsoon session
- Winter session.
Talking about the constitutional provisions, there is no such provision in the constitution which describes when and for how many days the session of Parliament should be held. However, Article 85 provides that there should not be a gap of more than six months between two parliamentary sessions.
In recent years, it has been observed that due to various reasons including the adjournment of the session due to disruptions, the sittings of Parliament are rarely held. While 677 sittings were held and 319 Bills were passed during the tenure of the 1st Lok Sabha, 357 sittings were held and 181 Bills were passed during the tenure of the 15th Lok Sabha.In the earlier years, meetings were normally held for 120 days per year, which has now come down to 65 to 70 days per year. It has also been seen that during the discussion on issues related to the general public,
quorum at times during discussions on issues related to the general public. There are many bills pending in the Parliament and the time for discussion in the House on those bills which are passed is very less.Due to these combined reasons, a negative perception is being created in the general public towards the Parliament.
Its side effects
• Parliament is the law making body. Due to the obstacles in the smooth conduct of the Parliament session, legislative work is being compromised.
• Issues of public concern are not getting expression.
• The dignity of Parliament is getting damaged in a democracy.
