Indian Politics Questions

Sir Benegal Narsing Rao (B N Rau), was the Constitutional Advisor to the Constituent Assembly. He was an Indian civil servant, jurist, diplomat and statesman known for his key role in drafting the Constitution of India.

He was also India's representative to the United Nations Security Council from 1950 to 1952.

He cannot issue an ordinance , when both the Houses of Parliament are in session. Every ordinance issued by the President should be laid before both Houses of Parliament, within six weeks of re-assembly of Parliament . The president may also withdraw an ordinance at any time he likes.

There are many reasons why a constitution is needed. One of the primary purposes is to define and limit power of the government.

It gives the structures for the functioning of the country such as courts and parliament and limits the power.

e.g. to imprison without trial for the government.