Question : CONSTITUTIONAL REFORMS



(a) whether the Government proposes to implement the recommendation of M. N. Venkatachalaiah Committee on Constitutional Reforms;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) if not, the reasons therefor;

(d) whether the Government intends to amend the constitution to ensure that all international treaties and agreements come into effect only after they are ratified by the Parliament; and

(e) if so, the details thereof?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE (SHRI K. VENKATAPATHY)

(a) to (c) Action on the recommendations lies with the Ministries/Departments of the Government of India, which are administratively concerned with the subject matter of the recommendations. Copies of the report have already been forwarded to the Ministries/ Departments

(d) The Government do not propose any amendment to the Constitution. The Union Government with the approval of the Cabinet conclude all treaties and agreements with foreign countries. Legislature`s approval is required for any implementing legislation, wherever necessary.

(e) Does not arise.