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Which is the supreme institution of law making in India?
Question

Which is the supreme institution of law making in India?

A.

Prime Minister's Office

B.

Parliament

C.

Supreme Court

D.

Election Commission of India

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Parliament
Explanation:
. Parliament of India is the supreme law-making (legislative) institution in India.
. It has the constitutional authority to make laws on subjects in the Union List, Concurrent List and residuary matters.
. Parliament consists of the President of India, the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
. A bill becomes law only after being passed by both Houses of Parliament and receiving the President’s assent.
. Parliament also has the power to amend the Constitution through special majority procedures.
Information Booster:
. Except Money Bills, ordinary bills can be introduced in either House of Parliament.
. In case of a deadlock between the two Houses, a joint sitting may be convened by the President.
. Parliament exercises control over the executive through questions, motions and debates.
Additional Knowledge:
Prime Minister's Office (Option a)
. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) is part of the executive branch.
. It assists the Prime Minister in administration and policy coordination.
. It has no independent law-making power.
Supreme Court (Option c)
. The Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in India.
. It interprets laws and protects the Constitution through judicial review.
. It cannot enact or amend laws; it only interprets them.
Election Commission of India (Option d)
. The Election Commission of India conducts free and fair elections.
. It functions under laws framed by Parliament.
. It does not possess legislative authority.

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