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Lok Sabha Question No. 4737 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Law for Compulsory Voting
Ministry: LAW AND JUSTICE
Asked by: Smt. Manju Sharma

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE LEGISLATIVE DEPARTMENT

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4737 TO BE ANSWERED ON FRIDAY, THE 20 TH  MARCH, 2026

## LAW FOR COMPULSORY VOTING

## †4737. SMT. MANJU SHARMA

Will the Minister of LAW AND JUSTICE be pleased to state:

(a)  whether  the  Government  proposes  to  enact  any  law  to  introduce  compulsory  voting  in  the country, if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor;

(b)  whether  the  Government  has  received  any  suggestions  from  any  organisation  or  State Governments to make voting compulsory, if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether the Government proposes to make the production of a voting certificate mandatory for availing  benefits  under  Government  schemes,  with  a  view  to  increase  the  percentage  of  voter turnout in various elections, if so, the details thereof; and

(d) the details of the number of democratic countries in the world where voting is compulsory?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE; AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS

## (SHRI ARJUN RAM MEGHWAL)

- (a) to (c): No proposal for enactment of any law to introduce compulsory voting in the country is under consideration of the Ministry. Moreover, the Law Commission of India, vide its 255th report of March, 2015, did not recommend the introduction of compulsory voting in India.

(d): The Law Commission of India in its 255th report (March 2015) noted that compulsory voting is in 28 countries, although such a figure does not give a true picture of the level of enforcement, which  is  even  lower,  thus,  most  studies  estimate  that  around  14  countries  enforce  compulsory voting provisions. These include many  small countries such as Belgium, Liechtenstein, Luxemburg, Nauru, and one canton in Switzerland; and others such as Australia, Brazil, Ecuador, Singapore, Peru, and Uruguay, as stated by the Law Commission. It was further stated that none of the 28 countries indicate the trend towards which countries globally are moving. For instance, the fact  that  both  Italy  (1993)  and  the  Netherlands  (1967)  have  abolished  compulsory  voting;  and others such as Liechtenstein and Greece have  moved  from a strict to a not-strict or nonenforcement of compulsory voting laws.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 4734 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Harassment faced by Sikhs in Foreign Countries
Ministry: EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Asked by: Smt. Harsimrat Kaur Badal

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4734

ANSWERED ON - 20/03/2026

HARASSMENT FACED BY SIKHS IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES

4734.  SMT. HARSIMRAT KAUR BADAL

Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

(a) whether the Government is aware of the rising incidents in which Sikhs are forced to remove turbans and face humiliation in foreign countries;

- (b)   if   so,   the   Steps   taken   by   the   Government   to   address   the harassment faced by the Indian citizens particularly those belonging to minority communities while travelling abroad; and
- (c)   the   measures   being   taken   by   the   Government   to   prevent   such incidents and to ensure protection of religious rights of Indian tourists particularly those belonging to Sikh community?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SHRI KIRTI VARDHAN SINGH)

(a) & (b) The Government remains firmly committed to safeguarding the   welfare   of   all   Indian   nationals   abroad,   including   members   of minority communities. Our Missions/Posts remain vigilant and closely monitor any untoward incidents. Such incidents are immediately taken up with the concerned authorities of the host country to ensure that the cases are properly investigated and the perpetrators are punished. Moreover, such incidents are also raised bilaterally during meetings with Government officials of the countries concerned, including at the highest   levels,   as   appropriate.   Indian   Missions/Posts   continue   to provide consular support and guidance to our citizens on local laws & regulations. Indian nationals are encouraged to promptly report such incidents so that the Mission may take appropriate action without delay.

(c) Indian Missions/Posts engage with local authorities and the local community to promote awareness regarding the religious and cultural practices of Indian nationals, including the Sikh community. Indian Missions/Posts extend full support to safeguard the dignity and rights of all Indian citizens.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 4727 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: MoU signed between AIIMS and CAPF
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Ramvir Singh Bidhuri

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRYOF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4727 TO BE ANSWERED ON 20 TH MARCH, 2026

## MoU SIGNED BETWEEN AIIMS AND CAPF

## † 4727. SHRI RAMVIR SINGH BIDHURI:

## Will the Minister of HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE be pleased to state:

(a) whether a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in the year 2024 between the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi and the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) for the establishment of an AIIMS centre at Maidan Garhi;

- (b) if so, the details of the said MoU; and
- (c) the timeline by which the expansion plan for AIIMS under the said MoU is likely to be initiated?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)

(a) to (c): A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed between All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi and the Central Armed Police Forces Institute of Medical Sciences (CAPFIMS) on 8th March, 2024 for operationalization of CAPFIMS as a campus of AIIMS, New Delhi. As per the MoA, AIIMS CAPFIMS campus shall function as an integral part of AIIMS, New Delhi to provide medical education and healthcare services of high standard in accordance with the Act, Rules and Regulations applicable to AIIMS, New Delhi.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 4721 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Violations by Hospitals under AB-PMJAY in Tamil Nadu
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Matheswaran V S

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRYOF HEALTH AND FAMILYWELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH ANDFAMILYWELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4721 TO BE ANSWERED ON 20 TH MARCH, 2026

## VIOLATIONS BYHOSPITALS UNDER AB-PMJAY IN TAMILNADU

## 4721. SHRI MATHESWARAN V S:

Will the Minister of HEALTHAND FAMILYWELFARE be pleased to state:

- (a) whether any actions have been taken by the Government against such hospitals where irregularities or violations have been reported in the State of Tamil Nadu; and
- (b) if so, the details thereof including the number of hospitals de-empanelled, suspended or penalised along with the amount of penalty levied during the last five years, district-wise?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)

(a) & (b): Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) is governed on a zero-tolerance approach towards fraud. National Anti-Fraud Unit (NAFU) uses AI/MLbased automated triggers to flag unusual claim patterns such as duplicate entries, inflated procedures or misuse of patient identity etc.

NAFU works in close coordination with the State Anti-Fraud Units to investigate and take action against cases of fraud. Appropriate actions including suspension, warning letter, deempanelment of hospitals, levying penalty lodging of FIRs are taken against fraudulent entities.

As on 28.02.2026, 5 hospitals have been de-empanelled, 26 hospitals are suspended and penalties amounting to Rs 1.74 crore have been levied for fraudulent activities in the state of Tamil Nadu.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 4720 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Development of Coastal Districts and Small Ports in Tamil Nadu
Ministry: PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS
Asked by: Shri Raja A

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4720

ANSWERED ON 20.03.2026

## DEVELOPMENT OF COASTAL DISTRICTS AND SMALL PORTS IN TAMIL NADU

4720.  SHRI RAJA A:

## Will the Minister of PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS be pleased to state: पᱫन , पोत पᳯरवहन और जलमागᭅ मंᮢी

(a) whether the Government of Tamil Nadu has sent proposal worth Rs.18,000 crores for  development  and  improvement  of  small  ports  and  logistics  and  development  of coastal districts, improvement of storm water drains etc.; (b) if so, the details thereof and the response of the Union Government thereto; and (c) the timeline by which approvals are likely to be given and projects sanctioned?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS (SHRI SARBANANDA SONOWAL)

(a) to (c) Government  of  Tamil  Nadu  has  submitted  proposal  for  development  of maritime  infrastructure  worth  Rs.18000  crore  for  inclusion  in  Sagarmala  2.0  scheme which is under formulation.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 4719 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Appointment of Panel Lawyers
Ministry: LAW AND JUSTICE
Asked by: Dr. Bachhav Shobha Dinesh

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE DEPARTMENT OF LEGAL AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4719 TO BE ANSWERED ON FRIDAY, THE 20TH MARCH, 2026

## APPOINTMENT OF PANEL LAWYERS

## 4719. DR. BACHHAV SHOBHA DINESH:

Will the Minister of LAW AND JUSTICE be pleased to state:

(a)  the  details  of  all  official  qualifications,  eligibility  criteria  and  procedures  prescribed  for appointment/empanelment of panel lawyers on behalf of the Union of India and the States;

(b)  whether  there  is  any  uniform  national  policy  or  statutory  provision  governing  such empanelment and if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether the Government has taken cognizance of judicial scrutiny and PILs alleging that a number of advocates empanelled as Government counsel before courts have not cleared the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) or lack requisite practice experience;

(d) if so, the details of such cases and the clarification or action taken by the Government in response; and

(e)  whether  any  guidelines  exist  to  ensure  transparency,  merit-based  selection  and  periodic review of panel advocates and if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE; AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS

## (SHRI ARJUN RAM MEGHWAL)

(a) and (b): The Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice empanels suitable Advocates as 'Panel Counsel' with the approval of Hon'ble Minister of Law & Justice on the basis  of  Advocate's  interest,  qualification,  experience,  reputation,  expertise,  professional competence and standing at Bar, to represent Union of India's Ministries/Departments before various Courts and Tribunals. There is no statutory provision governing such empanelment.

(c) and (d): As per the circular dated 12.04.2013, issued by the Bar Council of India, candidates enrolled with State Bar Councils but yet to qualify the AIBE are enrolled provisionally, subject to the prescribed conditions. Such candidates are issued Provisional Certificates of Enrolment

indicating limited validity and are required to qualify the All-India Bar Examination (AIBE) within a period of two years from the date of enrolment.

(e): As per Directives for Efficient and Effective Management of Litigation by Government of India issued by Department of Legal Affairs dated 04.04.2025, the performance of empaneled counsel is provided for and the feedback received from the relevant Ministries/Departments are to be submitted annually by them. Based on their performance, as assessed, Government Counsel at the lower levels may be considered for upgrade to higher positions, have their tenure extended, or may be removed from the panel.
Lok Sabha Question No. 4715 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Surge in Fertiliser Imports
Ministry: CHEMICALS AND FERTILIZERS
Asked by: Shri Subbarayan K

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CHEMICALS AND FERTILIZERS

## DEPARTMENT OF FERTILIZERS

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4715 TO BE ANSWERED ON: 20.03.2026

## Surge in Fertiliser Imports

## 4715. Shri Subbarayan K:

Will the Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers be pleased to state:

- (a) whether it is a fact that the sales and imports of various fertilizers have surged during April-January 2025-26 while the Government was aiming to cut Urea and Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) consumption by introducing nano variants of the fertilizers;
- (b) if so, the details of the domestic production of Urea and DAP financial year along with the import and total sale of the said fertilizers during the year 2025-26 so far; and
- (c) the reasons for the surge in the consumption of fertilisers during the said period?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF CHEMICALS & FERTILIZERS

## ( SMT. ANUPRIYA PATEL )

(a) to (c): Before  the  commencement  of  each  cropping  season,  Department  of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (DA&FW), in consultation with all the State Governments,  assesses  the  state-wise  &  month-wise  requirement  of  fertilizers.  The requirement of fertilizers is assessed taking into account the projected gross cropped area, irrigated area, last three seasons' consumption pattern and crop wise recommended dose of fertilizers as per soil Health fertility status etc. On the basis of requirement  projected,  Department  of  Fertilizers  allocates  adequate  quantities  of fertilizers to States by issuing monthly supply plan.

Further, the gap between demand (requirement) and Indigenous production of fertilizers is  met  through  imports  well  in  advance  to  ensure  adequate  and  timely  availability  of fertilizers in the country.

Accordingly, the information regarding domestic production, imports and sales of Urea and DAP during April-January 2025-26 and April-January 2024-25 is as under:

| Fertilizer   | Domestic Production   | Domestic Production   | Imports   | Imports   | Sales   | Sales   |
|--------------|-----------------------|-----------------------|-----------|-----------|---------|---------|
|              | 2024-25               | 2025-26               | 2024-25   | 2025-26   | 2024-25 | 2025-26 |
| Urea         | 258.48                | 251.26                | 48.70     | 89.30     | 345.86  | 352.61  |
| DAP          | 34.25                 | 33.71                 | 43.09     | 60.16     | 90.31   | 91.36   |

However, the Government of India, under the Fertilizer Control Order, 1985, has notified various Nano Nitrogen fertilizers viz. Nano Urea and Nano DAP.

The sales of Nano Urea and Nano DAP during April-January 2025-26 stands at 182.50 lakh and 144.93 lakh bottles (500 ml equivalent), respectively.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 4693 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Alternative Voting Mechanisms for Overseas Electors
Ministry: LAW AND JUSTICE
Asked by: Shri Arvind Dharmapuri

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE LEGISLATIVE DEPARTMENT

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4693 TO BE ANSWERED ON FRIDAY, THE 20 TH  MARCH, 2026

## ALTERNATIVE VOTING MECHANISMS FOR OVERSEAS ELECTORS

## 4693. SHRI ARVIND DHARMAPURI:

Will the Minister of LAW AND JUSTICE be pleased to state:

- (a) the present status of proposals relating to proxy voting or alternative voting mechanisms for Non-Resident Indian (NRI) voters registered as overseas electors; (b)  whether  any  framework,  amendments,  or  pilot  initiatives  have  been  finalised  or  are  under consideration to facilitate participation of overseas electors in elections, if so, the details thereof; and ensure
- (c) the eligibility criteria, safeguards, and procedural mechanisms proposed to transparency, secrecy of voting, and prevention of misuse under such provisions?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE; AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS

## (SHRI ARJUN RAM MEGHWAL)

- (a): No proposal relating to proxy voting or alternative voting mechanisms for Non-Resident Indian voters is under consideration of the Ministry.
- (b) and (c): Do not arise in view of (a) above.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 4692 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Limitations of PM-JAY Insurance Coverage
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Ms. Praniti Sushilkumar Shinde

## GOVERNMENT OFINDIA MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4692 TO BE ANSWERED ON 20 TH MARCH, 2026

## LIMITATIONS OF PM-JAY INSURANCE COVERAGE

## 4692. MS. PRANITI SUSHILKUMAR SHINDE:

Will the Minister of HEALTHAND FAMILYWELFARE be pleased to state:

(a) whether it is a fact that under Ayushman Bharat -Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), health insurance coverage is limited to Rs. 5 lakh per family per year only for secondary and tertiary healthcare and does not include OPD services, if so, the details thereof;

(b) whether the Government has assessed the adequacy of this coverage in view of rising medical and outpatient treatment costs faced by common citizens, if so, the details thereof;

(c) the average out-of-pocket expenditure incurred by beneficiaries on OPD and medicines despite being enrolled under PM-JAY; and

(d) whether the Government proposes to expand the scope of PM-JAY to include OPD care and/or enhance the insurance cover amount and if so, the details thereof and the timeline fixed for the same thereof?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OFSTATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## (SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)

(a) to (c): Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) scheme provides health coverage of up to Rs. 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization. OPD services are not covered under the scheme.

Under the scheme, the latest Health Benefit Package 2022, provides comprehensive bundled packages covering the entire treatment cycle. This includes pre-hospitalization expenses for up to 3 days (covering diagnostics, premedication and consultation), complete hospitalization including medical, surgical treatment, anesthesia and implants (where applicable), and post-hospitalization care up to 15 days including drug expenses and follow-up care, thereby ensuring cashless, standardized and quality treatment under AB-PMJAY.

As on 28.02.2026, a total of 11.69 crore hospital admissions amounting to Rs. 1.73 lakh crore have been authorized under the scheme, thereby significantly reducing out-of-pocket expenditure for eligible beneficiaries for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization.

(d): There is no proposal under consideration to include the OPD care or increase the coverage amount under the scheme.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 4688 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Issues of Paramedical Students in Kerala
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Adv. Adoor Prakash

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRYOF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4688 TO BE ANSWERED ON 20 TH MARCH 2026

## ISSUES OF PARAMEDICALSTUDENTS IN KERALA

## 4688. ADV. ADOORPRAKASH :

Will the Minister of HEALTHANDFAMILYWELFARE be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government is aware that the paramedical students who have completed their studies outside Kerala are facing issues in their registration with Kerala Paramedical Council; (b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor;
- (c) whether the Government is likely to take immediate action to intervene to resolve the issue, if so, the details thereof;
- (d) whether the Government has notified the regulations for the functioning of State Allied and Healthcare Councils in accordance with the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) Act, 2021 and if so, the details thereof;
- (e) whether the State Councils have started functioning in each of the States/UTs including Kerala; and
- (f) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SMT. ANUPRIYAPATEL)

(a) to (f) : The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) has been constituted, inter-alia, for regulation and maintenance of standards of education and services by allied and healthcare professionals listed under the Schedule of National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions(NCAHP) Act, 2021. As per Section 22(1) of NCAHP Act, 2021, every State Government, by notification, is required to constitute the State Council to be called the State Allied and Healthcare Council. So far, 26 States/UTs including Kerala have constituted their respective State Councils for Allied and Healthcare Professions under the Act.

Further, as per Section 66 of NCAHP Act, 2021, the Commission (NCAHP), has to make regulations after public consultation and with the previous approval of the Central Government, to carry out the purposes of this Act. NCAHP has drafted regulations on 'Registration of Allied and Healthcare Professions', "Recognition of Institutions for Allied and Healthcare Professionals Regulations" and "Autonomous Boards and Central Assessment Board (Establishment, Constitution, Functions and Powers) Regulations" which are at different stages of examination.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 4683 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-20
Subject: Cases against Journalists and Human Right Activists
Ministry: LAW AND JUSTICE
Asked by: Adv Gowaal Kagada Padavi, Shri Vishaldada Prakashbapu Patil, Dr. Bachhav Shobha Dinesh, Ms. Praniti Sushilkumar Shinde

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4683

## TO BE ANSWERED ON FRIDAY, THE 20 TH  MARCH, 2026

## CASES AGAINST JOURNALISTS AND HUMAN RIGHT ACTIVISTS

## 4683. SHRI VISHALDADA PRAKASHBAPU PATIL : MS. PRANITI SUSHILKUMAR SHINDE : ADV GOWAAL KAGADA PADAVI : DR. BACHHAV SHOBHA DINESH :

Will the Minister of LAW AND JUSTICE be pleased to state:

- (a) the  number  of  journalists,  independent  media  persons,  social  activists  and  human  rights defenders against whom cases have been registered since 2014 under laws relating to national security,  unlawful  activities,  sedition,  incitement  to  hatred  or  public  order,  including  the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, year-wise and State-wise;
- (b) the  number  of  such  persons  currently  in  custody,  the  duration  of  their  detention  and  the number of persons granted bail, year-wise since 2014;
- (c) the number of such cases that have resulted in convictions, acquittals or discharge, year-wise since 2014;
- (d) whether the Government has conducted any review of the prolonged pendency of trials and low conviction rates, if any, in such cases; and
- (e) the safeguards in place to ensure that criminal provisions relating to security and public order are  not  invoked  in  a  manner  that  has  the  effect  of  discouraging  peaceful  dissent  and constitutionally protected protest?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE; AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS

## (SHRI ARJUN RAM MEGHWAL)

- (a) to  (e) :  'Police'  and  'Public  Order'  are  State  subjects  under  the  Seventh  Schedule  to  the Constitution of India and therefore, State Governments and Union Territory Administrations are responsible for prevention, detection, registration and investigation of crimes and for prosecution of the accused through their law enforcement agencies.  Department of Justice does not maintain data with respect to police cases against journalists, media persons, social activists and human rights defenders etc.

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