Q. With reference to the ‘Public Bill’ and ‘Private Bill’ in the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements:
1. A public bill is one which is introduced by any Member of Parliament (MP) belonging to the ruling party.
2. Introduction of a private bill requires a notice period of one month.
3. A public bill is drafted by the department of legal affairs
How many statements given above are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
| Statement | Public Bill | Private Bill |
| Statement 1 is incorrect | It is introduced in the Parliament by a minister. | It is introduced by any member of Parliament other than a minister. For example, BJP MP Varun Gandhi, MP from ruling party submitted a private member bill for legal guarantee of MSP. |
| Statement 2 is correct | Its introduction in the House requires seven days’ notice. | Its introduction in the House requires one month’s notice. |
| Statement 3 is incorrect | It is drafted by the concerned department in consultation with the legislative d e p a r t m e n t . Ministry of Law and Justice comprises of the Legislative Department and the Department of Legal Affairs. The Legislative Department is concerned with drafting of principal legislation for the Central Government. Whereas the Department of Legal Affairs is concerned with advising the various Ministries of the Central Government. | Its drafting is the responsibility of the member concerned. |
Exp) Option a is the correct answer
