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No constitutional breach in Parliament delay, says Rijiju
Union minister Kiren Rijiju has dismissed concerns over Parliament remaining unprorogued since the monsoon session concluded in August, asserting there is no constitutional violation in the delay. The minister contended that no specific timeframe exists under constitutional provisions for proroguing a House following adjournment sine die.
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Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Monday clarified that Parliament's non-prorogation since the end of the monsoon session in August does not constitute any irregularity or impropriety. Responding to questions about the extended gap, Rijiju emphasized that the Constitution does not mandate a defined period within which a House must be prorogued after it stands adjourned sine die.
Prorogation is the formal termination of a legislative session, distinct from adjournment sine die, which indefinitely suspends proceedings. While adjournment sine die can remain in effect for extended periods, prorogation formally closes a session and resets parliamentary business. The minister's comments come amid questions from opposition parties and parliamentary observers regarding the length of time Parliament has remained without prorogation.
Rijiju's statement underscores the government's position that procedural timelines for prorogation remain discretionary rather than constitutionally mandated. The minister did not specify when Parliament is expected to be prorogued or when the next session would commence. The monsoon session had concluded in early August following its scheduled calendar.