QUESTION 5
GS2
10 marks
Discuss the role of Presiding Officers of state legislatures in maintaining order and impartiality in conducting legislative work and in facilitating best democratic practices.
WRITE IN
7 min
150 words
What the examiner wants
Discuss how Speakers and Chairpersons of state legislatures should maintain order, stay impartial and promote good democratic practice.
DiscussExplain the different sides of the issue, use evidence, and finish with a balanced view.
Demand-wise check
- 1Powers: conduct of business, discipline, money bill certification, Tenth Schedule disqualifications, committees≈35 words
- 2Impartiality concerns: delayed disqualification decisions, partisan conduct≈35 words
- 3Best practices: fixed sitting days, committees, code of conduct, resignation from party (UK model)≈35 words
Open in about 20 words and close in about 20.
Answer plan
Role and powersImpartiality issuesBest practicesConclusion
Where marks usually go
- Only describing powers
- Not citing Keisham Meghachandra or Kihoto Hollohan
Draw this
- Balance diagram: authority vs impartiality
Value addition
- Case lawKeisham Meghachandra Singh v. Speaker, Manipur (2020): Speakers should decide disqualification petitions within three months.Supreme Court of India, 2020
- Case lawKihoto Hollohan v. Zachillhu (1992): Speaker's decision under the Tenth Schedule is subject to judicial review.Supreme Court of India, 1992
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