Lok Sabha Speaker Emphasizes Importance of Healthy Debate in Democracy

During the inauguration of the 11th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Conference in Bengaluru, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla highlighted the significance of meaningful dialogue and healthy debates in strengthening democracy. He urged lawmakers to revive the spirit of debate from the Constituent Assembly, maintain decorum in legislative discussions, and address the declining number of sittings and frequent disruptions. Birla also emphasized the role of technology in making legislative processes more accessible and inclusive, noting that parliamentary proceedings are now available in multiple Indian languages.

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