Seek an appointment with an MLA and gather information about challenges with respect to the state legislature.
Students should prepare questions for the MLA covering topics related to the state legislature.
- What challenges do MLAs face in attending sessions regularly?
- What are the main causes of disruptions in the Assembly?
- How effective is the Question Hour in holding the government accountable?
- What challenges exist in getting bills passed?
- How do MLAs balance constituency work with legislative duties?
- What improvements would the MLA suggest for better functioning of the legislature?
Students should document the responses and present findings to the class.
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
Prepare questions for the MLA about state legislature challenges
Ask about challenges in attending sessions regularly
Ask about causes of disruptions in the Assembly
Ask about effectiveness of Question Hour in holding government accountable
Ask about challenges in getting bills passed
Ask about balancing constituency work with legislative duties
Ask about suggested improvements for legislature functioning
Document responses and present findings to the class