Parliament Protocol: Jagdeep Dhankhar's Insights Amid Judge Removal Motion

Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar addressed parliamentary procedures concerning the removal motion for Justice Yashwant Varma. Dhankhar explained the specifics of the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968, emphasizing how the process varies depending on whether motions are introduced on the same or different days in both Houses.

He directed the secretary general to clarify if a similar motion had been introduced in the Lok Sabha. Dhankhar elucidated that if motions are presented on the same day in both Houses, their handling differs from when presented on separate days. This affects the designated authority's power to admit or reject the motion.

Additionally, Dhankhar called for political harmony to encourage constructive discourse, highlighting the importance of dialogue over confrontation. He urged politicians to maintain decorum and mutual respect, focusing on shared national interests for productive progress during the Monsoon Session of Parliament.

(With inputs from agencies.)