Summary of Class 11 Political Science Chapter 5 | How Does the Parliament Make Laws? - Legislature

Summary of "Class 11 Political Science Chapter 5 | How Does the Parliament Make Laws? - Legislature"

This video, presented by Vivek Raj Singh Rajput, explains the detailed process of how the Indian Parliament makes laws. It covers the entire legislative procedure from the conception of a bill to its enactment into law, including the roles of various parliamentary bodies, committees, and constitutional provisions. The explanation includes types of bills, stages of discussion, voting procedures, and the President’s assent.

Main Ideas and Concepts

  1. Introduction to Law-Making in Parliament
    • Law-making is a structured process governed by constitutional provisions and conventions.
    • Article 368 of the Indian Constitution outlines the procedure for constitutional amendments.
    • Law-making involves drafting, discussion, approval, and assent stages.
  2. Types of Bills
    • Government Bill: Introduced by a minister.
    • Private Member Bill: Introduced by a member of parliament who is not a minister.
    • Money Bill: Deals exclusively with financial matters such as taxation, government expenditure, etc. Introduced only in Lok Sabha.
    • Financial Bill: Includes money bills and other financial legislation.
    • Ordinary Bill: Bills that do not require constitutional amendments.
    • Constitution Amendment Bill: Requires special procedures and majority.
  3. Stages of a Bill in Parliament
    • Introduction (First Reading): Bill is introduced in either house (Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha), except money bills which can only be introduced in Lok Sabha.
    • Committee Stage: Bill is referred to a parliamentary committee (Standing Committee or Ad hoc Committee) for detailed examination, discussion, and public input.
      • Committees analyze the bill, suggest amendments, and submit reports.
      • Example: Kasturirangan Committee for education policy.
    • Discussion and Deliberation: The bill is debated in the house; members discuss, suggest amendments, and vote.
    • Voting: If passed by one house, the bill moves to the other house for approval.
    • Joint Session: If there is a deadlock between the two houses, a joint session of both houses is called (Article 108).
      • The Speaker of Lok Sabha presides over the joint session.
      • Lok Sabha’s larger strength generally influences the outcome.
  4. Role of the President
    • After both houses pass the bill, it is sent to the President for assent.
    • The President can:
      • Give assent (bill becomes law).
      • Return the bill for reconsideration (except money bills).
      • Withhold assent (pocket veto).
    • If returned, Parliament can reconsider and pass it again; the President is then obliged to give assent.
  5. Special Provisions for Money Bills
  6. Political and Social Context in Law-Making
    • Law-making is influenced by political parties, public opinion, pressure groups, and social demands.
    • Before drafting, governments consider resources, public support, and political impact.
    • Example: New Education Policy involved consultations and committee reports.
  7. Drafting Process
    • Drafting is done by concerned ministries with legal inputs.
    • Bills are prepared considering resources, benefits, and public opinion.
    • Drafting involves experts and multiple departments.
  8. Committees in Parliament
    • Standing Committees are permanent and work year-round.
    • Ad hoc Committees are temporary and formed for specific bills.
    • Committees scrutinize bills, hold discussions, and submit recommendations.
    • Committees help manage the workload of Parliament and improve legislation quality.

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