Questions
Analyze the constitutional provisions that empower the Lok Sabha in the formation and continuation of the government, and assess how this role contributes to the stability of the executive and the principles of parliamentary democracy.
Examine the linkage between the Lok Sabha’s legislative powers and the principles of representative democracy, evaluating how legislative processes ensure the voice of the people in policy-making.
Assess the constitutional provisions related to the Lok Sabha’s control over finances, including budgetary processes and financial oversight, and examine the impact on economic governance and fiscal responsibility.
Analyze the role of the Lok Sabha in the removal of the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers, and assess how this constitutional provision ensures accountability and checks on executive power.
Examine the constitutional provisions regarding the Lok Sabha’s participation in the amendment of the Constitution, and assess how these powers contribute to the evolving nature of the Indian Constitution.
Assess the linkage between the Lok Sabha and the President in matters of national emergencies, examining the role of parliamentary approval and oversight during such situations.
Analyze the constitutional provisions that empower the Lok Sabha in matters of impeachment of the President and assess the checks and balances in place to prevent misuse of this power.
Examine the role of the Lok Sabha in addressing social justice issues, particularly in the context of legislation related to reservation policies and affirmative action, and assess its impact on inclusive governance.
Evaluate the constitutional provisions related to the Lok Sabha’s participation in the appointment and removal of key officials, such as judges and the Chief Election Commissioner, and assess the impact on the independence of these institutions.
Analyze the role of the Lok Sabha in addressing contemporary challenges, such as public health crises and environmental issues, and assess the effectiveness of legislative responses in addressing these concerns.
Composition
Pre 2020: 552 members
- 530: states
- 20: UT
- 2: Anglo Indians
Post 2020: 524 members (max 550)
- 524: states
- 19: UT
Election
- First past the post system
- secret ballot
Allocation of seats
- as per last preceding census
- but frozen at 1971 census, till first census post 2026
- constituency delimitation frozen at 2001 census
- reserved seats for SC/ST based on 2001 census
Section 4 of RoPA 1951
- when contesting from an unreserved seat, candidate needs to be a voter from any constituency
- SC/ST seat: Candidate needs to be SC/ST
- Lakshdweep: ST of Lakshdweep
- Sikkim: voter in Sikkim
- Reserved ST seat from autonomous district of Assam: must belong to ST community from that autonomous district
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