(a) whether the move to review the constitution has been criticized widely by various section of the society;
(b) if so, whether the Commission had suggested several points in consultation paper;
(c) if so, the details thereof; and
(d) the reaction of the Government thereon?
MINISTER OF LAW, JUSTICE & COMPANY AFFAIRS AND SHIPPING (SHRI ARUN JAITLEY)
(a) Sir, it would not be correct to say that the move to review the Constitution has been widely criticized. However, there has been criticism by some section of the Society.
(b) & (c) The commission has identified ten areas of immediate contemporary concern for examination. The commission has so far prepared and released seven Consultation Papers and Questionnaires for public debate and discussion. A list of the Consultation Papers & Questionnaires released by the Commission is at Appendix.
(d) Government can react only after the Commission has submitted its report.
APPENDIX
APPENDIX IN REPLY TO PART (C) OF LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.1801 FOR 08.03.2001
LIST OF CONSULTATION PAPERS & QUESTIONNAIRES
1. Review of the Working of Political Parties specially in relation to Election and reform Options;
2. Review of Election Law, Processes and Reform Options;
3. Immunity of Legislators - What do the words ` in respect of anything said or any vote given by him` in article 105 (2) signify?
4. Treaty making Power under the Constitution;
5. Liability of the State in Tort; 6. All India Judicial Service; and
7 Efficacy of Public Audit systems in India; C&AG - Reforming the Institution.