21 July 2026

Opening day of Parliament's Monsoon Session disrupted over NEET paper leak and other issues

The topic covers key developments relevant to UPSC including Skyroot's historic private orbital space launch, legislative proposals regarding Supreme Court judge strength, and parliamentary functioning.

Notes

• A Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha by the Union Law Minister to replace an Ordinance seeking to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38.
• Skyroot Aerospace launched its Vikram-1 rocket from ISRO's Sriharikota launch pad on July 18, placing payloads in an orbit approximately 450 km above Earth.
• With the successful orbital placement by Vikram-1, India became the third country after the United States and China where private industry has demonstrated orbital space launch capability.
• Recent national socio-economic and industrial milestones cited include a GDP growth rate of 7.7%, the dedication of an oil refinery in Rajasthan, the commissioning of India's third semiconductor plant, and the launch of a green hydrogen-powered train.
• Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha experienced six adjournments each on the opening day of the Monsoon Session due to continuous disruptions, preventing scheduled business during Question Hour and subsequent proceedings.

Questions

1. Frequent disruptions and repeated adjournments during parliamentary sessions compromise the legislative and deliberative functions of Parliament. Analyze the impact of parliamentary disruptions on governance and executive accountability, and suggest institutional remedies to enhance productivity. 250 words
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2. The enabling of private sector participation in space activities represents a significant shift in India's technology ecosystem. Discuss the importance of private space ventures for India's technological innovation and economic growth. 150 words
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Prelims

1. With reference to recent developments in India's space sector, consider the following statements: 1. Vikram-1 is a rocket developed by a private Indian company and launched from ISRO's Sriharikota spaceport. 2. With this launch, India became the third country after the US and China where private industry demonstrated orbital launch capability. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   1. A 1 only
   2. B 2 only
   3. C Both 1 and 2
   4. D Neither 1 nor 2

2. A Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha to replace an Ordinance regarding the judicial strength of the Supreme Court of India. To what number does the proposed legislation seek to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges?

   1. A 34
   2. B 36
   3. C 38
   4. D 40

Syllabus

• Executive and Judiciary GS2
• Parliament and State legislatures GS2
• Achievements in science & technology: indigenization, new technology GS3

Topics

• Parliament
• Legislature
• Indian Polity & Governance
• Science & Technology

Sources

• Monsoon Session off to a stormy start amid Opposition protests
• Modi stresses vital role of Parliament, urges MPs to engage in informed debate
• RS adjourned six times as Opposition parties seek action in paper leak case