Question

How does the Parliament keep a check on the Council of Ministers?​

Answer 1

By following the rules of vidian sabha

Answer 2

Answer:

In a parliamentary system of government, the legislature tries to keep control over the executive i.e. The Council of Ministers. The control is exercised in the lawmaking or policy-making process, implementation of policies, and even after that. A few ways of exercising control are:

1. Discussions and Debates: Debate and discussion among the members of the House are an integral part of the lawmaking process. These debates and discussions help the members to scrutinize the policy proposals and laws and point out the shortcomings. These discussions are essential for the creation of healthy laws.

2. Question Hour: During parliamentary sessions, the proceedings of the House begin with questions asked by the members of the House. The concerned ministers are supposed to give satisfactory answers to these questions. Question Hour is one of the most effective ways of keeping a check over the Council of Ministers. During the question hour, members criticize the government and ask questions on various issues. Sometimes, when a member is not satisfied with the answer of the minister, arguments take place. Occasionally, the members’ walk out of the House or enter into the well of the House and give slogans to record their protest.

3. Zero Hour: During the parliamentary sessions, the period around 12 noon is called ‘Zero Hour’. During this period, any question of public importance can be raised and discussed.

4. No-Confidence motion: This is one of the most effective ways to keep a check on the Council of Ministers. The government stays in power till it enjoys the support of a majority in the Lok Sabha. If the members of Parliament withdraw the support, it may lead to loss of majority and the government cannot stay in power. The members of the House can move a no-confidence motion by simply expressing ‘we do not have confidence in the government’. If the motion is passed with majority support then the Council of Ministers has to resign.