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Leader of the Opposition (LoP)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

A recognized position in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha if the opposition party secures at least 10% of total seats. The LoP leads critiques of government policies, demands accountability, and can serve on selection panels (e.g., for CBI Director, Lokpal appointments). The LoP is vital for healthy democracy, ensuring checks and offering alternative viewpoints. Absent the seat threshold, no official LoP is recognized, weakening oversight. The concept underscores the parliamentary principle of government by discussion and debate, demanding that the executive remain responsive to a credible, structured opposition. Its efficacy depends on the party’s internal discipline and the presiding officers’ impartiality.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian Constitution?

न्यायिक समीक्षा किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution mentions the procedure for amendment?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the President of India?

संविधान सभा की बैठकें किस वर्ष प्रारंभ हुई थीं?

लोकसभा के सदस्यों के लिए न्यूनतम योग्यता क्या है?

विधेयक प्रस्तुत करने का अधिकार संसद के किस सदन के सदस्यों को है?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन और भत्ता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

Who appoints the members of the Finance Commission of India?

राष्ट्रपति की अनुपस्थिति में संसद में किस सत्र को आयोजित किया जाता है?