Question

Critically examine the Powers and Functions of the Parliament.

Answer 1

1. The Parliament is the highest law making body in our country. It makes laws for the entire country.
2. It provides a platform where public grievances are discussed and their solutions are made
3. The Parliament is vested with powers to impeach the President and to remove judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, Chief Election Commissioner and Comptroller and Auditor-General of India in accordance with the procedure laid down in the Constitution.
4. The Parliament exercises control over the executive by asking questions and supplementary questions, moving motions of adjournment, discussing and passing resolutions, discussing and pushing censure motion or vote of no-confidence.
5. It has the power to change the boundaries of the States.