A JPC is an ad-hoc and bipartisan committee constituted to examine specific matters such as proposed legislation or policy issues in detail.
- Formed under the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Lok Sabha.
- The Lok Sabha Speaker constitutes the JPC, and members are drawn from both Houses of Parliament.
- The committee has 31 member ((21 from Lok Sabha and 10 from Rajya Sabha)
Functions
- Examines bills, policies, or specific issues referred to it.
- Consults stakeholders, experts, and officials for a comprehensive analysis.
- Can summon documents, witnesses, and experts for deliberations.
- The committee’s recommendations are advisory and not mandatory for the government to follow.
Source: The Hindu