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2 September 2026

Indian Statistical Institute Bill referred to committee

The topic concerns a specific legislative bill aimed at restructuring a prominent statutory body, which is a direct subject for UPSC Mains regarding governance and the functioning of institutions.

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Notes

  • The Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026, was introduced in the Lok Sabha on August 2 during the Monsoon Session.
  • The Bill aims to incorporate the Indian Statistical Institute as a 'body corporate' to enhance its governance structure.
  • The legislation seeks to expand the institute's remit and align its legal framework with contemporary requirements.
  • Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has referred the Bill to the Department-Related Standing Committee on Finance.
  • The committee is mandated to submit its report on the Bill within a three-month timeframe.

Questions

  1. Discuss the role of Department-Related Standing Committees in the legislative process of India. How does the referral of Bills to these committees contribute to the quality of law-making and parliamentary oversight? 150 words
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Prelims

  1. The Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026, has been referred to which of the following parliamentary panels for review?

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