Why are parliamentary committees called miniature legislatures?
AThey sit in a small chamber
BThey have only five members
CMost bill discussion is there
DThey pass laws on their own
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Most bill discussion is there
1. A large part of discussion on bills is in committees.
2. Their recommendation goes to the House.
3. Hence they are called miniature legislatures.
_Source: NCERT Class 11 Political Science, Indian Constitution at Work, Chapter 5, Legislature._
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