Question Q.15GS2GS2
What steps are required for the constitutionalization of a Commission? Do you think granting constitutional status to the Central Information Commission (CIC) would strengthen the RTI regime in India?
Introduction
A Constitutional Commission is a body that derives its mandate & powers directly from the Constitution
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Main Body
A Constitutional Commission is a body that derives its mandate & powers directly from the Constitution – Ex. NCSC/NCST (328/328/231R)
Steps for Constitutionalization of a Commission
Introducing a CAB in either house of parliament - the CAB must contain
Powers of the Commission
Composition of the Commission
Method of Appointment
Tenure / Conditions of Service
Passage of the CAB by both the Houses
Assent by Prez – compulsory
Notification of the Constitutional Commission in the official Gazette
Constitutional Status to CIC - presently CIC is a statutory body constituted under the RTI Act, 2005. The Constitutionalization would ensure a more robust RTI regime via
ensuring 'security of tenure' of the chief IC & other ICs → independence from the Executive
Give constitutional backing to the RTI → greater accountability
improve the preposition of PTI answered – completely on time
impartial functioning
Give constitutional backing to the RTI → greater accountability
improve the preposition of PTI answered – completely on time
However, like other CBs (NCSC/ST/BC) it may face challenges
lack of staff
possibility of reappointment of ICs
insufficient financial resources
Thus constitutionalization of CIC must be done keenly in mind these challenges
— ADITYA PATHAK · AIR 189
210 words4 paragraphs17 bullet points
Conclusion
Thus constitutionalization of CIC must be done keenly in mind these challenges
12 words
- Clear definition provided
- Systematic steps outlined
- Clear advantages of constitutionalization outlined
- Specific benefits for RTI regime explained
- Acknowledges practical challenges
- Balanced conclusion
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Topper
ADITYA PATHAK
AIR 1892025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Constitutional Posts and Bodies
Constitutionalization Process
Steps for Creating Constitutional Commissions
Writing Stats
238
Total words
4
Paragraphs
17
Bullets
analytical and prescriptive
Tone