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14 August 2026

Monsoon Session of Parliament review

The data on parliamentary productivity and the legislative process directly relates to the functioning and conduct of business of the Parliament, which is a core topic for GS2.

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Notes

  • The Monsoon Session of Parliament concluded with low productivity, with the Lok Sabha recording 19% business and the Rajya Sabha 39%.
  • A total of 12 Bills were passed during the session, with only one undergoing a detailed debate.
  • Data from PRS Legislative Research indicates that the Lok Sabha's productivity was among the lowest in 22 years.
  • The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill was referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee.
  • The Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, was passed following a detailed debate.
  • Nine Bills were passed in the Lok Sabha without participation from members other than the concerned Minister.
  • Oral questions answered during the session were limited to two in the Lok Sabha and 16 in the Rajya Sabha.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of parliamentary debates in the legislative process and analyze the implications of passing bills without discussion on the quality of Indian democracy. 150 words
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  2. The decline in parliamentary productivity and the increasing reliance on ordinances or rapid passage of bills raise concerns regarding the deliberative function of the legislature. Examine the constitutional role of Parliament in ensuring executive accountability and suggest measures to enhance legislative efficiency. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following parliamentary mechanisms is used to conduct a detailed examination of a Bill before it is passed by the House?

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