Question 21 of 22advanced🔧 ApplyShort Answer4 marks

Seek an appointment with an MLA and gather information about challenges with respect to the state legislature.

Correct Answer

Students should prepare questions for the MLA covering topics related to the state legislature.

  1. What challenges do MLAs face in attending sessions regularly?
  2. What are the main causes of disruptions in the Assembly?
  3. How effective is the Question Hour in holding the government accountable?
  4. What challenges exist in getting bills passed?
  5. How do MLAs balance constituency work with legislative duties?
  6. What improvements would the MLA suggest for better functioning of the legislature?

Students should document the responses and present findings to the class.

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Explanation

The chapter mentions that concerns have been expressed about representatives with criminal cases, angry or biased debates, and disruptions affecting legislative functioning. Meeting with an MLA provides first-hand insight into these challenges and potential solutions.

Solution Steps

  1. Prepare questions for the MLA about state legislature challenges

  2. Ask about challenges in attending sessions regularly

  3. Ask about causes of disruptions in the Assembly

  4. Ask about effectiveness of Question Hour in holding government accountable

  5. Ask about challenges in getting bills passed

  6. Ask about balancing constituency work with legislative duties

  7. Ask about suggested improvements for legislature functioning

  8. Document responses and present findings to the class