The following order by the President dated the 2nd July, 2021 is published for general information

## Policy Analysis Report: Summoning of Lok Sabha **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification from the Lok Sabha Secretariat, published in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part I, Section 1, on July 2, 2021. The notification, issued by the President of India, summons the Lok Sabha to meet on Monday, July 19, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. in New Delhi. This report details the purpose, provisions, and potential impact of this notification based solely on the provided text. The key finding is the confirmation of the date and time for the commencement of a session of the Lok Sabha. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide an informative overview of a policy notification related to the summoning of the Lok Sabha. The analysis is based exclusively on the text of the provided document. **3. Policy Overview:** This notification relates to the summoning of the Lok Sabha, a fundamental function within India's parliamentary system governed by the Constitution. * **Core Objective(s):** The core objective is to formally summon the members of the Lok Sabha to convene for a session of parliament. This is explicitly stated within the notification: "I hereby summon the Lok Sabha to meet at New Delhi on Monday, the 19th July, 2021 at 11.00 A.M." **4. Background and Rationale:** * This document represents the formal act of summoning the Lok Sabha. Given its nature, it does not inherently address a specific problem but rather fulfils a periodic constitutional requirement. The summoning is necessary to conduct legislative business, address national issues, and exercise parliamentary oversight. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This is a new policy rather than an amendment, the below are the key provisions of this policy. * The key provision is the formal summoning of the Lok Sabha. * **Date and Time:** The Lok Sabha is summoned to meet on Monday, July 19, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. * **Location:** The meeting will take place in New Delhi. * **Authority:** The order is issued by the President of India, exercising powers conferred by clause 1 of article 85 of the Constitution. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The primary target audience and stakeholders are: * Members of the Lok Sabha (Members of Parliament). * The Lok Sabha Secretariat. * The Government of India. * Indirectly, the citizens of India, as the Lok Sabha's proceedings affect governance and policy-making. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The President of India issues the order. The Lok Sabha Secretariat is responsible for its notification and implementation, as indicated by the notification's origin and the signature of the Secretary-General. The Dte. of Printing at Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi110064 and Published by the Controller of Publications, Delhi110054 are responsible for publishing and disseminating the information. * **Timelines/Procedures:** The notification sets a specific date and time (July 19, 2021, at 11:00 A.M.) for the commencement of the Lok Sabha session. The procedures for convening and conducting the session would be governed by the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome is the formal commencement of the Lok Sabha session, enabling the Parliament to conduct its legislative and oversight functions. This will allow for debates, discussions, and decision-making on matters of national importance. The session will also provide an opportunity for the government to present its agenda and be held accountable for its actions. **9. Conclusion:** The notification analyzed in this report is a crucial instrument in the functioning of India's parliamentary democracy. It formally summons the Lok Sabha to convene, enabling the legislative process to continue. While the document is limited in scope, it underscores the importance of adhering to constitutional provisions for the effective operation of the government.

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