Disruptions lead to questions on Parliament's functioning: PM

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Jan 21 2013 | 4:10 AM IST

Winding up a day-long discussion in the Lok Sabha marking the 60th year of the first sitting of Parliament, he said public disenchantment is bound to raise if parties fail to collectively resolve to restore the prestige of the institution.

"The daily routine of disruptions, adjournments and shouting in the House are leading many outside to question the efficacy of the institution and faith in public affairs," Singh said.

He said the manner in which the MPs have conducted, especially over the last couple of years, have led to a sense of "frustration and disillusionment" among the people.

"If we have to resolve, if we have to restore the prestige of the institution then each one of us needs to lead by example," the Prime Minister said. (MORE)

  

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First Published: May 13 2012 | 5:15 PM IST

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