Article 85 of CoI : Article 85: Sessions of Parliament, prorogation and dissolution.
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Explanation using Example
Example 1:
The Lok Sabha (House of the People) had its last session on January 15th. According to Article 85, the President must ensure that the next session starts within six months. Therefore, the President schedules the next session to begin on June 10th. This ensures compliance with the requirement that no more than six months pass between sessions.
Example 2:
The Parliament is in session, and there is a heated debate on a controversial bill. The President, considering the political climate and the need for a cooling-off period, decides to prorogue the session. This means that the current session is ended without dissolving the House, and the members will reconvene at a later date as decided by the President.
Example 3:
The government has completed its term, and general elections are due. The President, exercising his power under Article 85, dissolves the Lok Sabha. This means that all members of the Lok Sabha cease to be members, and new elections are held to elect the next set of representatives.
Example 4:
During a national emergency, the President decides that it is crucial for the Parliament to meet immediately to discuss and pass necessary legislation. The President summons both Houses of Parliament to meet at a specific date and time, ensuring that the legislative process can continue without delay.
Example 5:
The Rajya Sabha (Council of States) had its last sitting on March 1st. To comply with Article 85, the President ensures that the next session of the Rajya Sabha is scheduled to start on August 25th, thus maintaining the constitutional requirement of not having more than six months between sessions.