Tanmai KhannaAIR 61 · CSE 2022 · 151 wordsTheir whole copy
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In the 17th Lok Sabha, there is no leader of Opposition, as none of the parties satisfy Mavalankar's rule.
A vigilant opposition is necessary for good governance, and it keeps stringent checks on the government:
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→ Question Hour: It is a great tool to demand information about the functioning of policies or institutions.
→ Selection committees: LO is part of selection committees for CVC, CBI and can keep a check on it. for eg. In 2011, LO Sushma Swaraj pointed out discrepancies in the appointment of CVC.
→ Parliamentary committees such as PAC, Estimates committees can not have a minister as the chairperson. These are a tool for MPs to scrutinise usage of the public exchequer.
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The Opposition plays an invaluable role in keeping the government in check, without which there is a tendency for tyrannical rule. They must recognise their importance and focus on constructive criticism rather than incessant disruptions.