Adjournment Sine Die: Understanding the Concept

The Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die, ending the Budget session.

What is Adjournment Sine Die?
The term “Sine Die” is derived from Latin, meaning "without assigning a day for a further meeting." In the context of parliamentary procedures, Adjournment Sine Die refers to the conclusion of a session of Parliament with no fixed date for its reconvening.

Key Aspects of Adjournment Sine Die

1. Process:
   1. The Presiding Officer of the House announces the adjournment sine die.
   2. Following this, the President of the country issues a notification to prorogue the House, officially bringing the session to an end. This process is carried out in accordance with Article 85 of the Indian Constitution.
2. Effect on Pending Business:
   1. Bills: All bills that are pending in the House remain unaffected. They will be taken up in the next session.

Notices: Most notices (including questions, motions, and resolutions) lapse once the session ends and need to be resubmitted in the following session, unless specifically exempted.

 

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