Answers to Lok Sabha questions ‘strictly confidential’ till replied: MPs reminded
The Lok Sabha secretariat has reminded Members of Parliament that written replies to questions are strictly confidential until they are officially presented in the House. This follows instances of MPs prematurely sharing answers with the media or on social media.
Why it matters
Maintaining the confidentiality of parliamentary proceedings is essential for legislative decorum and the integrity of the Question Hour process.
Ahead of the Monsoon session of Parliament , MPs have been reminded that the contents of written replies are "strictly confidential" till they are given by Ministers in the Question Hour.
The article reports on administrative parliamentary guidelines without taking a political stance.
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