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New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijendra Gupta on Thursday interacted with first and second year law students of Delhi University’s Campus Law Centre-II in the Assembly premises.
An official statement said the students visited the Assembly as part of their academic engagement to understand the functioning and historical evolution of legislative institutions in India.
He also visited the Assembly building along with the Speaker, who personally guided him through the historic complex.
Gupta welcomed the young minds and shared valuable insights about the legislative process, constitutional framework and the glorious legacy of the Delhi Legislative Assembly.
During his interaction, the Speaker told the students about the rich history of the Assembly Building, its origins dating back to the early 20th century when Delhi became the capital of India in 1912.
He explained how the old Secretariat Building, which served as the Central Legislative Assembly before the completion of Lutyens’ Delhi, became an integral part of India’s parliamentary history.
He also recalled the contribution of eminent leaders like Gopal Krishna Gokhale and Lala Lajpat Rai in shaping India’s legislative traditions and democratic values.
The Speaker highlighted that the present Assembly complex spread over 22 acres is one of the largest legislative complexes in the country.
He explained in detail about Delhi’s unique constitutional status under Article 239AA, given on the recommendation of the Balakrishnan Committee, which provides the National Capital Territory with a Legislative Assembly of 70 members.
Gupta also talked about the evolution of Delhi’s governance structure – from being a Union Territory to having its own elected assembly since 1993.
Gupta briefed the students about the present eighth Assembly, its composition and the historical milestones marking Delhi’s legislative journey.
He encouraged the students to be proud of India’s democratic institutions and to pursue the spirit of constitutionalism and public service.
The visit provided the young law scholars with a first-hand understanding of the functioning of the legislature and its important role in shaping public policy and governance.
–IANS
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