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  • Indian Parliament Sessions since 2014: A summary.

    Indian Parliament Sessions since 2014: A summary.

    Indian parliament sessions are disrupted regularly for one or other reasons. However, this is not a new phenomenon the first disruption occurred in the year 1963. Recently a conflict has been going on due to the suspension of a lot of members of parliament. This creates confusion in the minds of voters, especially First Time Voters.

    It is a perception or fact that Indian Parliament Sessions have been disrupted more since 2014. Let’s have a summary of Indian Parliament Sessions since 2014.

    Since 2014, the Indian Parliament has seen multiple sessions across two Lok Sabhas (16th and 17th) with varying degrees of productivity and significant legislative and political developments. Here’s a breakdown of some key aspects:

    Legislative Output during Parliament sessions:

    The legislative output of the Indian Parliament since 2014 has been significant. However, the productivity and content of legislation have varied by session. It is influenced by factors like political dynamics, public debate, and disruptions.

    Here’s a breakdown of the legislative output in different categories:

    Major Legislative Achievements:

    • Economic Reforms: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill, one of the most significant tax reforms in India’s history, was passed in 2017, aimed at unifying and simplifying the indirect tax system.
    • Social Welfare: Schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (financial inclusion) and Ayushman Bharat (health insurance) were implemented through legislative backing.
    • National Security: Laws like the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Act (UAPA) and the National Security Agency (NSA) amendment were passed, strengthening security measures.
    • Infrastructure Development: Bills for projects like the Dedicated Freight Corridor, Sagarmala Project, and Smart Cities Mission received legislative approval.

    Other Notable Bills Passed:

    • Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) for quicker debt resolution
    • Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA) for consumer protection in property deals
    • Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) granting citizenship rights to certain persecuted minorities from neighbouring countries
    • Farmer’s Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act (FPTC) aimed at facilitating farmer-to-consumer trade

    Pending Bills:

    • Data Protection Bill: Balancing privacy with innovation and government access remains a challenge.
    • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Bill: Concerns over potential environmental consequences and public consultations.
    • Population Control Bill: Ethical and practical considerations lead to ongoing debate.

    Productivity Variations:

    • The BJP government’s strong majority in the Lok Sabha has facilitated faster passage of its legislative agenda in some sessions.
    • However, disruptions by opposition parties, public protests, and internal disagreements within the Parliament can lead to delays and reduced productivity in other sessions.
    • Recent sessions have witnessed a decline in productivity compared to earlier years, prompting concerns about the Parliament’s efficiency.

    Reasons for Disruptions of Indian Parliament Sessions

    A perception is created by Congress that it is due to the dictatorship of the BJP Government. While the government is blaming opposition parties for disrupting parliament sessions. The reasons for disruptions in Indian Parliament sessions since 2014 are complex and multifaceted. However, it can be broadly categorized into several key factors:

    Political Reasons:

    • Ideological Differences: Strong disagreements between the ruling BJP and various opposition parties on key issues like economic policies, social welfare programs, and national security can lead to heated debates and attempts to disrupt proceedings.
    • Opposition tactics: Opposition parties may resort to disruptions as a way to draw attention to their concerns, stall unpopular legislation, or pressure the government to address specific issues.
    • Power dynamics: The BJP’s strong majority, while seemingly conducive to smoother proceedings, can sometimes embolden the ruling party to push through legislation without adequately addressing opposition concerns, leading to protests and disruptions.
    • Internal dissent: Disagreements and factions within both the ruling party and opposition can also lead to disruptions as members try to voice their dissent or challenge party leadership.

    Procedural Reasons:

    • Lack of time for grievances: Opposition parties often feel they are not given enough time to raise their concerns on the floor of the House. This is leading to frustration and potentially disruptive tactics.
    • Unresponsiveness of the government: When the opposition feels the government is not adequately addressing their questions or concerns, they may resort to disruptions to get their voice heard.
    • Lack of discipline: In many cases, disruptions occur due to a lack of adherence to parliamentary decorum and protocol. It is been done by individual members, regardless of their ideological or political positions.

    Systemic Reasons:

    • Weak disciplinary mechanisms: The Parliament’s mechanisms for disciplining disruptive members are often seen as inadequate or rarely used. This emboldened some members to disrupt proceedings without facing serious consequences.
    • Media attention: Disruptions can receive significant media attention. That can incentivize some members to engage in such tactics for political gain or to raise their profile.
    • Rise of populism: An increasingly polarized political environment with the rise of populism. Moreover, it can exacerbate existing ideological differences and increase the likelihood of disruptions.

    It’s important to note that:

    • The reasons for disruptions are often complex and intertwined, and attributing blame to any single factor is an oversimplification.
    • There are also instances where disruptions are justified. When the government attempts to bypass parliamentary norms or pass controversial legislation without proper debate.
    • Finding solutions to address disruptions requires a multi-pronged approach involving political parties. The Speaker/Chairman and civil society stakeholders to strengthen parliamentary norms, improve dialogue, and ensure the effective functioning of the legislature.

    Hopefully, this provides a broader understanding of the reasons behind disruptions in Indian Parliament sessions

    Impact of Disruptions:

    • Reduced Productivity: Frequent disruptions and protests by opposition parties have sometimes compromised the Parliament’s ability. Thus reducing the productivity of the house.
    • Public Perception: Frequent disruptions can lead to a negative perception of the Parliament’s efficiency and its ability to address urgent issues.
    • Media Coverage: Disruptions often receive significant media attention, shaping public discourse around political issues and parliamentarians’ conduct.

    Additional Points:

    • The Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Parliament, has witnessed greater disruptions. This is due to its composition, often leading to delays in passing bills.
    • The role of independent MPs and smaller regional parties has gained importance in recent years, influencing legislative discussions and outcomes.
    • Technological advancements have enhanced transparency and public access to parliamentary proceedings, leading to greater public engagement.
  • Parliament attack anniversary day will also remind these incidents.

    Parliament attack anniversary day will also remind these incidents.

    Parliament attack anniversary day once again became an unforgettable day. However, this incident is not at all of that level as compared to the attack in the year 2001.

    The Parliament of India considered one of the safest places in the country, was attacked by Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists on 13 December 2001. Five terrorists of Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed attacked the Parliament House. Six Delhi Police personnel, two Parliament security personnel and a gardener were killed in the attack.

    What happened today on Parliament attack day

    Today, A case of a major lapse in the security of Lok Sabha has come to light. According to the report, during Wednesday’s proceedings, two persons suddenly jumped from the audience gallery at around 1 o’clock. MPs and marshals together caught both the persons who had entered through the audience gallery.

    The winter session of Parliament is going on. Wednesday i.e. 13th December is the anniversary of the dastardly terrorist attack on Parliament. Tributes were paid to Martyr today on behalf of all the MPs. While the proceedings were going on in the Lok Sabha, two people jumped into the House from the visitor’s gallery. They took something out of the shoe and smoke started spreading. Due to this, there was a huge uproar in the House and the proceedings were adjourned.

    One more incident on Parliament attack Anniversary day.

    Apart from this incident, one more incident happened. Shortly before this, two people were seen protesting outside the Parliament. One of them was also a woman. They had colour gas in their hand. Both of them sprayed it outside. Both of them were taken into custody by the security personnel.

    Who are the accused

    One who jumped into the house is Sagar Sharma from Mysuru

    Another one who sprayed smoke can outside the parliament is Manoranjan an engineering student from Mysuru

    Moreover, Sagar Sharma has the visitor pass recommended by Mysuru MP Pratap Simha. Thus they linked with each other. Now it is also coming to light that these two knew each other.

    Two other accused are Neelam from Hissar (Haryana) and Amol Shinde from Lattur (Maharastra). Both accused denied any connection with any organization

    Parliament Session resumed

    The proceedings of the Lok Sabha, which were adjourned due to the uproar in the House, resumed at around 2:03 pm. Speaker Om Birla assured the MPs of being serious about security and said that security agencies and police are conducting a thorough investigation.

    He said that this matter is serious, but at present there is no need to worry about the safety of MPs. He said, we all were concerned about what that smoke was, as per preliminary investigation it was ordinary smoke. There is no need to worry, a preliminary investigation has been done. At present, no one is blaming anyone for this incident.

    Moreover, he said that the suggestions of the MPs will also be implemented. The Speaker said that if necessary, the terms and conditions of making passes for the auditorium will also be reviewed with the approval of the MPs.

    He said that whatever facts will be revealed in the investigation will be shared with everyone. Moreover, the Speaker assured that both the person who suddenly jumped to disrupt the house’s proceedings had been taken into custody. The police are investigating, and the proceedings of the House will continue smoothly.

    After the House proceedings were adjourned, the MPs described the incident as scary. Exactly 22 years later, the same kind of panic appeared.

  • First-time voter registration for the coming Lok Sabha Election.

    First-time voter registration for the coming Lok Sabha Election.

    First-time voter registration is open. If you turn 18 by 1st January 2024, then this news is for you. All such youth can apply to get their names added to the voter list and they are guaranteed to vote in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

    Moreover, those who complete 18 years of age from January to March or thereafter will also be able to apply, for inclusion of their names in the voter list. Their names will be added only after they attain the age of 18 years and 3 months.

    The eligibility of those who turned 18 between January and March to vote in the next Lok Sabha elections is still unclear. Whether someone can vote depends on finalizing the voter list for the Lok Sabha elections before April. If the final voter list is released by March, then these youth will not be able to become voters for this election.

    Note that the upcoming election will be held between April and May 2024. This election will be to elect the members for the 18th Lok Sabha.

    Where to registered

    You can register yourself on the voter’s service portal of the Election Commission of India. On this portal, you will get complete guidelines. You have to fill up Form 6 after downloading it.

    FIrst-time voter registration Form6 Page 1
    First-time voter registration Form-6 Page 2

    In this form, you have to paste your photo, fill in your name, your father/husband’s name (married girls), Adadhar card number, gender and your postal address.

    You can fill out and sign digitally by submitting and getting an e-signature on Adobe Acrobat.

    The first-time voter registration campaign will run from 6th January

    Although the process of adding or removing names from the voter list is still going on. However, the first-time voter registration campaign will be from the 6th to the 24th of January 2024. Based on the applications received in this campaign, the voter list of eligible voters will be released on February 8. Preparation work for the first-time voter registration campaign has started.

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