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Indian Polity • Parliament & ExecutiveMedium

Which of the following parliamentary committees consists entirely of members drawn exclusively from the Lok Sabha and has no representation from the Rajya Sabha?

A. Public Accounts Committee
B. Estimates Committee✓ Correct Answer
C. Committee on Public Undertakings
D. Committee on Petitions

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Estimates Committee comprises 30 members drawn exclusively from the Lok Sabha, with zero representation from the Rajya Sabha, unlike the Public Accounts Committee and the Committee on Public Undertakings which have mixed membership. Its mandate is to report improvements in organizational efficiency and administrative reform in public expenditure. Membership to this committee is renewed annually. The Chairman is invariably appointed by the Speaker from the ruling party or coalition.

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