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What is a Dissolution of Lok Sabha?
Grade Level:
Class 7
Law, Civic Literacy, Economics, FinTech, Geopolitics, Personal Finance, Indian Governance
Definition
What is it?
Dissolution of Lok Sabha means the end of the term of the Lok Sabha, which is the Lower House of India's Parliament. When the Lok Sabha is dissolved, all its sitting members lose their positions, and fresh general elections must be held to form a new Lok Sabha.
Simple Example
Quick Example
Imagine your school's student council has a term of one year. When that year ends, the student council is 'dissolved.' All the old members leave, and new elections are held to choose a completely new student council for the next year. This is similar to the Lok Sabha's dissolution.
Worked Example
Step-by-Step
Let's understand how a Lok Sabha's term ends:
1. The 17th Lok Sabha was formed after the 2019 general elections.
---2. Its normal term is five years, meaning it would usually complete its term in 2024.
---3. If, for example, the government formed by the 17th Lok Sabha loses the confidence of the majority of members before 2024, the President might be advised to dissolve the Lok Sabha.
---4. Alternatively, if the Prime Minister advises the President to dissolve the Lok Sabha early for fresh elections, the President can do so.
---5. Once dissolved, all the 543 Members of Parliament (MPs) from the 17th Lok Sabha lose their seats.
---6. The Election Commission of India then prepares for new general elections to elect a new 18th Lok Sabha.
---ANSWER: The Lok Sabha's term ends, and new elections are held.
Why It Matters
Understanding Lok Sabha dissolution is key to civic literacy and understanding Indian governance. It helps you see how laws are made and how governments change. Knowing this can inspire careers in public administration, law, or even political journalism, helping you understand India's democratic process.
Common Mistakes
MISTAKE: Thinking that dissolution means the Parliament is temporarily closed for a break. | CORRECTION: Dissolution means the Lok Sabha's term has completely ended, and new elections are needed. It's not a temporary break.
MISTAKE: Believing that only the Rajya Sabha (Upper House) can be dissolved. | CORRECTION: Only the Lok Sabha can be dissolved. The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and cannot be dissolved.
MISTAKE: Confusing dissolution with prorogation or adjournment. | CORRECTION: Dissolution ends the Lok Sabha's life, requiring new elections. Prorogation is a temporary suspension of a session, and adjournment is a break within a session.
Practice Questions
Try It Yourself
QUESTION: Which house of the Indian Parliament can be dissolved? | ANSWER: Lok Sabha
QUESTION: What happens to the Members of Parliament (MPs) when the Lok Sabha is dissolved? | ANSWER: They lose their seats.
QUESTION: If the Lok Sabha is dissolved before its five-year term, what is the immediate next step for the country? | ANSWER: Fresh general elections must be held to elect a new Lok Sabha.
MCQ
Quick Quiz
What is the primary consequence of the dissolution of the Lok Sabha?
The government takes a short break.
All Members of Parliament lose their seats and new elections are called.
The Rajya Sabha also gets dissolved.
The President forms a new government without elections.
The Correct Answer Is:
B
When the Lok Sabha is dissolved, its term ends, all MPs lose their positions, and the country prepares for new general elections to form a new Lok Sabha. The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and is not dissolved.
Real World Connection
In the Real World
Every five years, or sometimes earlier, you hear news about 'General Elections' in India. This is because the previous Lok Sabha has completed its term and been dissolved, making way for the election of a new Lok Sabha. News channels, newspapers, and apps like 'MyGov' frequently cover these electoral processes.
Key Vocabulary
Key Terms
LOK SABHA: The Lower House of India's Parliament, directly elected by the people. | MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT (MP): An elected representative in the Lok Sabha. | GENERAL ELECTIONS: Nationwide elections held to elect members to the Lok Sabha. | PRESIDENT: The head of the Indian state, who formally dissolves the Lok Sabha. | PRIME MINISTER: The head of the government, who can advise the President to dissolve the Lok Sabha.
What's Next
What to Learn Next
Now that you understand Lok Sabha dissolution, you can learn about the 'Functions of the Lok Sabha' to see what happens when it is in session. This will help you understand how laws are made and how our government works daily.
