Expunging words from speeches of opposition leaders should not compromise accountability of government to legislature

Dr. Ambedkar famously said that the Parliament belongs to the Opposition. It is, therefore, important for presiding officers to be mindful of the vision of Dr. Ambedkar and take decisions concerning expunction so that the space given to the opposition is not compromised, and the government is held accountable to the legislature.
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S.N. Sahu

The author was Press Secretary to President of India late KR Narayanan.

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