Ishita KishoreAIR 1 · 169 wordsTheir whole copy
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Lobbying has been an informal mechanism for influencing policy making favourably.
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Need for adopting a framework
- i- Formalise the channels of communication for participation in systematic way Eg GOI consulted milk cooperatives before RCEP deal
- ii- Prevent resentment from snowballing Eg Protests against 3 farm bills
- iii- Deepen connect b/w law makers and the sections of society This will address trust deficit
- iv- Ease of including experts in
parliamentary committees & panels Eg Nandan Nilekani for Digital Payments
However it can also create
Challenges :-
- i- Crony capitalism can emerge Eg Vohra committee shows nexus b/w politicians & businesses
- ii- Further strengthen role of muscle power & money in Indian politics
- iii- Does not address the trend of delegated legislation & low discussion of Bills (PRS)
- iv- Backdoor negotiations may keep
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public in the dark
Lobbying is necessary for inclusivity of sectors of socioeconomic polity but the welfare approach can't be sidelined. This can help us celebrate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav