Rajya Sabha Chairman Constitutes All-Women Panel of Vice-Chairpersons

In a significant and historic decision, the Vice-President and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, has reconstituted a panel of Vice-Chairpersons, which includes 13 women members of the Rajya Sabha. This reconstitution was done specifically for the day when the Rajya Sabha was to discuss the Nari Shakti Vandan Vidheyak Bill, 2023.

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Significance

This move underscores the importance of women’s representation and participation in legislative discussions and decisions, especially when addressing issues related to women’s empowerment and rights. It demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity and diversity in the legislative process, allowing women members to play a significant role in shaping the discussions surrounding the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam or the Women’s Reservation Bill, 2023.

The Vice-President, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, highlighted the significance of having women members on the chair during the discussion of the Nari Shakti Vandan Vidheyak Bill, 2023. He emphasized that their presence would convey a powerful message to the global community, symbolizing that women held a “commanding position” during this transformative moment of change. This move underscores the importance of gender equality and women’s leadership in shaping policies and legislation that impact their lives and rights.

Women Rajya Sabha Members Nominated to the Panel of Vice-Chairpersons

Shrimati P. T. Usha
Shrimati S. Phangnon Konyak
Shrimati Jaya Bachchan
Ms. Saroj Pandey
Shrimati Rajani Ashokrao Patil
Dr. Fauzia Khan
Ms. Dola Sen
Ms. Indu Bala Goswami
Dr. Kanimozhi NVN Somu
Ms. Kavita Patidar
Shrimati Mahua Maji
Dr. Kalpana Saini
Shrimati Sulata Deo

Panel of Vice-Chairpersons in Rajya Sabha

The Panel of Vice-Chairpersons in Rajya Sabha is a group of members who are appointed by the Chairman to assist him in the conduct of business in the House. The Vice-Chairpersons preside over the House in the absence of the Chairman. The Panel of Vice-Chairpersons is constituted at the beginning of each session of the Rajya Sabha.

Functions of the Vice-Chairpersons

Presiding over the House in the absence of the Chairman
Admitting and putting questions to the vote
Maintaining order and decorum in the House
Deciding on points of order
Ruling on admissibility of motions and amendments
Granting leave for the introduction of bills and resolutions
Calling upon members to speak

The Vice-Chairpersons play an important role in the functioning of the Rajya Sabha. They help to ensure that the business of the House is conducted in a smooth and efficient manner.

The Panel of Vice-Chairpersons is a diverse group of members who represent different regions, parties, and ideological perspectives. This diversity ensures that the Vice-Chairpersons are able to discharge their duties in a fair and impartial manner.

Shubham Mittal

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