Describe the functions and powers of the Vice President under the Indian Constitution. Assess the impact of the Vice President’s conduct on parliamentary ethics and decorum. Suggest reforms to strengthen the neutrality and effectiveness of the Vice President’s office.
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Topic: Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies.
Topic: Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies.
Q3. Describe the functions and powers of the Vice President under the Indian Constitution. Assess the impact of the Vice President’s conduct on parliamentary ethics and decorum. Suggest reforms to strengthen the neutrality and effectiveness of the Vice President’s office. (15 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: IE
Why the question In context of recent Vice President’s resignation, relevant to understand the constitutional role, institutional ethics, and reform needs associated with the Vice President’s office. Key Demand of the question The question requires an explanation of the Vice President’s constitutional functions, an assessment of how their behaviour affects parliamentary standards, and reforms needed to ensure neutrality and institutional strength. Structure of the Answer: Introduction Mention the constitutional stature of the Vice President and highlight recent developments like the 2025 resignation. Body Describe key constitutional provisions (Articles 63–65) and functional role as Rajya Sabha Chairman. Assess how Vice President’s conduct impacts legislative ethics, neutrality, and democratic functioning. Suggest institutional, procedural, and behavioural reforms to enhance credibility and effectiveness. Conclusion Briefly underscore the need for a neutral, ethical, and reform-driven Vice Presidency to uphold parliamentary integrity.
Why the question
In context of recent Vice President’s resignation, relevant to understand the constitutional role, institutional ethics, and reform needs associated with the Vice President’s office.
Key Demand of the question The question requires an explanation of the Vice President’s constitutional functions, an assessment of how their behaviour affects parliamentary standards, and reforms needed to ensure neutrality and institutional strength.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction Mention the constitutional stature of the Vice President and highlight recent developments like the 2025 resignation.
• Describe key constitutional provisions (Articles 63–65) and functional role as Rajya Sabha Chairman.
• Assess how Vice President’s conduct impacts legislative ethics, neutrality, and democratic functioning.
• Suggest institutional, procedural, and behavioural reforms to enhance credibility and effectiveness.
Conclusion Briefly underscore the need for a neutral, ethical, and reform-driven Vice Presidency to uphold parliamentary integrity.