Lok Sabha Speaker Emphasizes Importance of Clear and Simple Legislation
In a statement that highlights the critical role of effective legislation in shaping society, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stressed the importance of clarity and simplicity in lawmaking. Speaking to a gathering of foreign officials from 13 countries, Birla emphasized that laws have a lasting impact on society and people, making it essential that they are clear and easy to understand.
Birla’s remarks came during an interaction with participants of the 36th International Legislative Drafting Training Programme, organized by the Parliamentary Research and Training Institute for Democracies (PRIDE) at Parliament House. The seven-week program, which began on March 26, aims to equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to draft effective laws. "Legislative drafting is the soul of any law," Birla said, driving home the point that clarity and simplicity in legislation are crucial for the well-being of citizens.
Birla noted that well-crafted laws not only reduce the number of litigations in courts but also save resources. In the context of the rapidly changing global socio-economic landscape, he underscored the need for legislators and officials to be well-versed in legislative drafting to ensure that the needs of the public are met. "In the context of the dynamic socio-economic transformation of the world, it is very important for legislators and officials to be well-versed in Legislative Drafting in order to ensure that the needs of the public are fulfilled," Birla said.
According to PRIDE, the training program aims to promote excellence in legislative drafting and provide participants with the skills and knowledge required to draft effective laws that address contemporary challenges. As the world grapples with numerous socio-economic transformations, the significance of effective legislative drafting cannot be overstated. By emphasizing clarity and simplicity in lawmaking, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has underscored the importance of putting the needs of citizens at the forefront of the legislative process.
With the Lok Sabha Secretariat organizing the program, the 36th International Legislative Drafting Training Programme is expected to equip participants with the expertise required to tackle the complexities of modern legislation, making it easier for citizens to understand and engage with laws that impact their lives. By prioritizing clarity and simplicity, the Indian Parliament is taking a significant step towards ensuring that laws are effective, efficient, and just for all.
Original Source: https://www.newsonair.gov.in/legislators-officials-to-be-well-versed-in-drafting-to-fulfill-public-needs-ls-speaker-om-birla/
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Publish Date: 2025-04-03 21:39:00
