Rules of procedure
Article 118 — Rules of procedure
rules for regulating, subject to the provisions of this Constitution, its procedure and the conduct of its business. (2) Until rules are made under clause (1), the rules of procedure and standing orders in force immediately before the commencement of this Constitution with respect to the Legislature of the Dominion of India shall have effect in relation to Parliament subject to such modifications and adaptations as may be made therein by the Chairman of the Council of States or the Speaker of the House of the People, as the case may be. (3) The President, after consultation with the Chairman of the Council of States and the Speaker of the House of the People, may make rules as to the procedure with respect to joint sittings of, and communications between, the two Houses. (4) At a joint sitting of the two Houses the Speaker of the House of the People, or in his absence such person as may be determined by rules of procedure made under clause (3), shall preside.
Plain English Summary
This article sets the rules for how the Parliament (the law-making body) operates, including its procedures and how it conducts its business. It also outlines who can make specific rules about joint meetings between the two houses of Parliament.
Key Points
- It establishes the general rules for the procedure and conduct of Parliament's business.
- Initially, the old rules for the Legislature of India are used until new rules are formally made.
- The President can make rules regarding how joint sittings and communication between the two Houses happen.
- The Speaker of the House of the People presides at a joint sitting of both Houses.
Why It Matters
This article ensures that Parliament has a structured way to function, ensuring orderly debates and decision-making when it operates as a whole.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.