Source: IT
Context: The seating arrangements for the 18th Lok Sabha have been finalized, reflecting the allocation of seats in the chamber as per parliamentary rules.
About Seating Arrangement in Lok Sabha:
- What It Is:
- The systematic allocation of seats for Members of Parliament (MPs) in the Lok Sabha chamber. It reflects the party’s strength and promotes organized conduct of proceedings.
- Law Governing:
- Rule 4 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha.
- Direction 122(1)(a) under Directions by the Speaker provides the framework for seat allocation.
- Who Does It:
- The Speaker of the Lok Sabha determines the seating arrangement.
- Procedure:
- Seats are allocated based on the proportionate strength of parties.
- Ruling party members sit on the right side of the Speaker; opposition parties sit on the left.
- Smaller parties (fewer than 5 members) and independents are placed at the Speaker’s discretion.
- The following formula is applied to decide allotment of seats for parties that have a strength of 5 or more members in the house.
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- Parties submit recommendations, and the Speaker finalizes the individual placements.
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