Lok Sabha Speaker Forms 31-Member Committee Amid Opposition Protests Over Discriminatory Bill
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Why in news
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla formed a 31-member joint committee to examine the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026
Background
The committee consists of 31 members and is chaired by Sanjay Jaiswal. It is mandated to submit its report by the end of the first week of the Parliament's Winter session.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyThe Lok Sabha Speaker has the power to constitute committees to examine bills or specific issues.
- FactThe committee tasked with the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, consists of 31 members.
- PostOm Birla is the current Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of parliamentary committees in ensuring scrutiny of legislation and protecting the interests of civil society and minority groups in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Role of Parliamentary Committees in legislative scrutiny
- Balancing national security with NGO autonomy
- Protection of minority rights in legislative drafting
Keywords: Legislative Scrutiny · Parliamentary Committees · Civil Society · Minority Rights · Democratic Oversight
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