Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/parliament-is-abdicating-its-oversight-role/article35886803.ece In the intro, mention the how pandemic affected the functioning of legislatures in India. In the body, mention the issues with such as reduced functioning, decreasing level of debate on the various issues, neglect of the role of the parliamentary committees, disruption of functioning, etc. Mention the figures about these from PRS. Conclude … Continue reading Q.2 What is the role of the Parliament in a democracy? In recent times, the Indian Parliament has come under criticism for abdicating its role in several ways. Is the criticism justified? (10 Marks)