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Meta Description - Constitutional expert PDT Achary raises concerns over undisclosed agenda for upcoming Parliament special session.
Keywords - Special Parliament Session, Undisclosed Agenda, PDT Achary, Constitutional Expert
In a recent interview with LiveLaw, renowned Constitutional law expert PDT Achary expressed his disapproval of the Union Government's decision to convene a special session of Parliament from September 18 to 22 without revealing the agenda. Achary, a former Secretary General of Lok Sabha, characterized this move as improper and unprecedented.
Achary emphasized that standard practice dictates that when summons for a Parliament session are issued to members, all relevant documents and the agenda are sent along with them. However, in this instance, while the President formally summoned the special session, the agenda has remained undisclosed, contrary to established convention.
He argued that a special session must have a clear purpose, and this purpose should be communicated to the members of the house. While the government is not obligated to consult the opposition before convening such a session, Achary stressed that it is essential to inform members about the session's purpose to ensure transparency and uphold the democratic process.
Achary questioned the need for keeping the agenda a secret, stating that the Parliament is a public forum, and its proceedings are visible to the public. He noted that the secrecy maintained by the government would inevitably end on September 18th when they must disclose the session's business.
The Constitutional expert highlighted that this situation is unprecedented in his experience. He recalled instances during his tenure at Lok Sabha when special sessions, such as one commemorating the Republic's 50th anniversary or those convened to pass important bills like the GST, had their agendas known to members.
In conclusion, PDT Achary emphasized that the absence of an announced agenda for a special session renders it meaningless and called for greater transparency in the functioning of the Parliament. His critique raises important questions about the government's approach to parliamentary proceedings and the need for clarity in special sessions' objectives.
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