Enumerate the privileges enjoyed by each House of Parliament collectively and its members individually and also discuss their significance.

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Q) “Enumerate the privileges enjoyed by each House of Parliament collectively and its members individually and also discuss their significance.(15 marks, 250 words)

संसद के प्रत्येक सदन द्वारा सामूहिक रूप से और उसके सदस्यों द्वारा व्यक्तिगत रूप से प्राप्त विशेषाधिकारों की गणना करें और उनके महत्व पर भी चर्चा करें।”

Demand of the Question-This question demands understanding of privileges of MPs, both collective and individually.

Directive Word– Enumerate- Mention and describe the privileges. Discuss- This requires describing the significance and its pros and cons.

Structure of the Answer

Intro– Mention the source of the privileges of both the houses.

Body-In the first part, mention collective privileges of the Parliament, give some examples. The second part mentions the individual privileges of the MPs. In the next part, mention the importance, why are these necessary for functioning of Parliament. Also in the last part, mention the challenges that arise due to these privileges.

Conclusion– Mention the importance of these privileges and suggest ways to protect them.

Part of Syllabus– GS Paper- 2- Parliament and State legislatures—structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these.