DEMOCRACY IS NOT CONFINED TO ELECTIONS BUT ADVANCES THROUGH CONTINUOUS DIALOGUE AND CONSENSUS - LOK SABHA SPEAKER
PLANNED DISRUPTION IN ASSEMBLIES AND PARLIAMENT NOT APPROPRIATE FOR DEMOCRATIC VALUES - LOK SABHA SPEAKER
CONSTITUTION CLUB OF JAIPUR WILL EMERGE AS NEW CENTER FOR DEMOCRACY, DIALOGUE, AND IDEAS - LOK SABHA SPEAKER
LOK SABHA SPEAKER AND CHIEF MINISTER OF RAJASTHAN LAUNCH ‘CONSTITUTION CLUB OF RAJASTHAN’
Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla stated today that consensus and dissent are the strengths of democracy, but planned disruption in Assemblies and Parliament are detrimental to democratic values. He added that Legislative institutions must become centres of discussion and dialogue to ensure accountability to the public.
Shri Birla was addressing public representatives and other dignitaries at the launch of the 'Constitution Club of Rajasthan'. The event was also attended by Chief Minister of Rajasthan Shri Bhajanlal Sharma, Speaker of Rajasthan Vidhan Sabha Shri Vasudev Devnani, Union Minister of State for Agriculture, Shri Bhagirath Choudhary, MPs, MLAs, and other dignitaries.
Centre for Dialogue, Consensus, and Good Governance
The Lok Sabha Speaker remarked that the Constitution Club is not just a building, but a platform to guide democratic discourse, thoughtfulness, and policy-making. He added Democracy is not confined to elections but advances through continuous dialogue and consensus. Shri Birla said that the club will elevate policy-making and good governance to new heights. He mentioned that the concept of the Constitution Club in Delhi was conceived in 1947 during the drafting of the Constitution where the need for a platform for informal discussions and policy dialogues was felt. Shri Birla noted that the club in Rajasthan will also become a centre for democratic dialogue and debate, providing legislators with an opportunity to openly discuss ideas, policies, and governance.
Planned disruptions and personal allegations Inappropriate for Democracy
Observing that the Constitution of India is not just a compilation of laws, but a guide for the entire world, Shri Birla said that over the past 75 years, many transformative changes have occurred under its guidance. Saying that meaningful dialogue and healthy debates must take place in Parliament and assemblies, Shri Birla underlined that personal allegations and deliberate disruption are against the core spirit of democracy. He expressed hope that the Constitution Club of Jaipur will become a platform for meaningful discourse and consensus between the ruling and opposition parties.
Glorious History of Rajasthan Legislative Assembly
Shri Birla stated that the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly has always been a guiding light for Indian Democracy. He noted that many exemplary legislations have been passed by the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly. He referred to former Vice President Late Shri Bhairon Singh Shekhawat and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, stating that the Rajasthan has always enriched democratic traditions.
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Shri Birla highlighted the glorious history of women in Rajasthan. He praised the leadership provided by women of the state as legislators, ministers, and chief ministers, stating that it has brought about positive changes in the state.
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