What action has been taken against the MPs protesting mass suspension in Parliament
Parliament proceedings | Three more MPs suspended, total at 146 as Opposition’s protest over mass suspension continues
- As of now, a total of 146 MPs have been suspended from the Parliament due to their participation in the ongoing protest against the mass suspension of opposition MPs.
- The protest began after the suspension of 12 opposition MPs for disrupting the Parliament proceedings by tearing papers and throwing them towards the Speaker's chair.
- These MPs were protesting against the contentious farm bills, the alleged mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic, and other issues raised by the opposition.
- The suspended MPs have been barred from attending the Parliament sessions for a specific period of time, restricting their participation in debates and voting during this period.
- The action of suspending MPs is in accordance with the rules and procedures of the Parliament, which aim to maintain decorum and ensure smooth functioning of the legislative body.
- Opposition parties have condemned the mass suspension, viewing it as an attempt to stifle dissent and curtail the democratic process.
- Discussions and negotiations between the government and opposition parties are ongoing to find a resolution to the impasse and allow the suspended MPs to participate in the Parliament proceedings.
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