Multiple choice

Which one of the following committees scrutinizes and reports to the Parliament whether the power to make rules and regulations conferred by the Constitution or Statutes is being properly exercised by the delegated authority?

  1. Committee on Government Assurances

  2. Committee on Subordinate Legislation

  3. Rules Committee

  4. General Purposes Committee

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Committee on Subordinate Legislation examines whether rules and regulations made by executive authorities (delegated legislation) comply with the enabling Act and Constitution. It checks for ultra vires actions, excessive delegation, and violation of legislative intent. Other committees listed serve different purposes - Government Assurances tracks fulfilled promises, Rules Committee manages House procedures, and General Purposes handles miscellaneous administrative matters.