{
  "id": 1296394,
  "title": "Monsoon Session Of Parliament Fails To Serve The People",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/monsoon-session-of-parliament-fails-to-serve-the-people",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-16T15:28:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/analysis/monsoon-session-of-parliament-fails-to-serve-the-people"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The recent monsoon session of Parliament failed to meet the expectations of the people it represents. From its commencement, the session was marred by a lack of respect for democratic norms and the public's interest. The session opened on July 20, a day when students had gathered outside Parliament to voice their concerns about the handling of competitive examinations. Their peaceful protest was met with force, raising serious doubts about the government's commitment to peaceful dissent and the welfare of its citizens. The government's heavy-handed approach to handling these student protests did not only reflect poorly on itself but also on the broader system of governance.\n\nWhat exacerbated the situation was the absence of the Speaker, Amit Shah, who was expected to deliver the customary vote of thanks. Home Minister Amit Shah, who is known for his combative interventions in Parliament, remained away while claiming to be regularly attending his office. Similarly, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is typically vocal in his criticism of the Opposition, chose to stay away. This absence only served to fuel the perception that the government was eager to conclude the session on its terms, without any meaningful engagement with the Opposition.\n\nIn terms of legislative output, the session managed to pass 12 Bills over a period of 19 days. However, a closer examination of these Bills reveals that 11 of them were passed without any substantial debate or discussion. This raises concerns about the quality of legislation, as the scrutiny that Bills receive at Parliament is crucial for ensuring their effectiveness and appropriateness. The absence of open debate can lead to the enactment of laws with structural flaws or unintended consequences. Over time, this can weaken the very fabric of our laws, which are meant to stand the test of time.\n\nWhile the government may take solace in the 12 Bills passed, it is important to remember that a functioning Parliament requires both the ruling party and the Opposition to contribute meaningfully to the legislative process. The Opposition's role is not merely to disrupt, but to scrutinize the Bills, highlight any dangerous clauses, and propose improvements. This back-and-forth process is essential for the robustness of our democracy. The monsoon session of Parliament failed to uphold this fundamental principle, leaving the country once again poorly served by those entrusted with its democratic governance.",
  "summary": "Parliament’s monsoon session was a clear example of how a parliamentary session should not be conducted. From the manner in which it ended, without the customary word of thanks from the Speaker, it appeared that the treasury benches were eager to bring the proceedings to a close. The session began on July 20, the day students had chosen to march to Parliament House to protest against the handling…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}