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30 July 2026

Delhi legislative agenda: Ease of doing business and service delivery

The topic involves specific legislative proposals for service delivery reform and accountability mechanisms, which are directly relevant to GS2 governance and GS4 public service ethics.

1 min read Day 3 of 3 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Delhi Monsoon Session scheduled for August 7-11, 2026.
  • Proposed legislation: Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026, aimed at streamlining regulations and reducing compliance burdens.
  • Proposed legislation: Delhi (Right of Citizen to Time Bound and Ease of Delivery of Service) Bill, 2026, to replace the 2011 Act.
  • Service delivery reform: Proposed penalty of ₹250 per day, capped at ₹5,000, for officials delaying services without justification.
  • Legislative procedure: Question Hour requires a 15-day notice period for submission of questions and preparation of government responses.
  • Governance oversight: The role of Question Hour in ensuring executive accountability and legislative scrutiny of departmental functions.

Part of a longer story

This is day 3 of 3 in Delhi government time-bound service delivery legislation, which has been running since 23 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Examine the significance of 'Right to Service' legislations in enhancing administrative accountability and improving public service delivery in urban governance. 150 words
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  2. The Question Hour is a vital instrument of parliamentary democracy for ensuring executive accountability. Discuss its role in the legislative process and the challenges associated with maintaining its efficacy in state assemblies. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. What is the primary objective of the proposed Delhi (Right of Citizen to Time Bound and Ease of Delivery of Service) Bill, 2026?