Role and Functioning of the Union Parliament in India [UGC NTA NET Political Science Notes]

The Union Parliament of India is responsible for making laws, overseeing the executive, and representing the interests of the citizens. The Parliament operates within a bicameral structure, consisting of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. Each house has distinct ..

Parliamentary Privileges and Member Protections

Parliamentary privileges are essential rights granted to Members of Parliament (MPs). These privileges allow MPs to fulfil their duties without interference. They are crucial for maintaining legislative independence. Such rights enable MPs to represent constituents without fear of legal consequences. ..

Constitutional, Judicial and Parliamentary Supremacy in India

The first and foremost feature of Indian Sovereignty is that Constitution is the supreme law of the land; and all state organs including parliament, judiciary, states etc. are bound by it. They must act within the limits laid down by ..

Parliament passes Central Agricultural University (Amendment) Bill, 2016

Parliament has passed the Central Agricultural University (Amendment) Bill, 2016 to help the north-eastern state achieve higher growth in animal husbandry sector. The Bill proposes to amend the Central Agricultural University Act, 1992 to include Nagaland under the jurisdiction of ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2016

Parliament passes Enforcement of Security Interest and Recovery of Debts Laws Amendment Bill, 2016

Parliament has passed Enforcement of Security Interest and Recovery of Debts Laws Amendment Bill, 2016. It was first passed in Lok Sabha and later in Rajya Sabha. The Bill seeks to strengthen the debt recovery laws, improve financial health of ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2016

Parliament passes The Constitution (122nd Amendment) (GST) Bill, 2014

The Parliament passed The Constitution (122nd Amendment) (GST) Bill, 2014 after it was unanimously passed by the Lok Sabha by approving all the amendments made by Rajya Sabha earlier. The bill now will go states (15 out of total 29 ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2016

Parliament passes Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Amendment Bill, 2016

The Parliament has passed the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Amendment Bill after it was unanimously approved by Rajya Sabha. The comprehensive amendment bill seeks to amend and strengthen Benami Transaction (Prohibition) Act, 1988 in terms of legal and administrative procedure to ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2016

Parliament passes Indian Medical Council (Amendment Bill), 2016

The Parliament has passed Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Bill, 2016 to conduct of uniform entrance examination for admission to all medical educational institutions. The bill seeks to replace the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Ordinance, 2016 and its provisions will come ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2016

Parliament passes NIT, Science Education & Research (Amendment) Bill, 2016

The Parliament has passed the National Institutes of Technology, Science Education and Research (Amendment) Bill, 2016. The bill was first passed in Lok Sabha in July 2016 and later in Rajya Sabha in August 2016. Now the bill will go ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2016

Parliamentary Committees in India – UGC-NTA NET Political Science

Parliamentary Committees are vital components of India’s legislative framework. They enhance the efficiency of Parliament by allowing for detailed examination of bills, budgets, and various issues. These committees play role in scrutinizing government actions and ensuring accountability. Definition Parliamentary Committees ..