West Bengal elections: State assembly met 166 days in last 5 years; study shows low scrutiny, fast lawmaking

Apr 23, 2026 - 00:00
West Bengal elections: State assembly met 166 days in last 5 years; study shows low scrutiny, fast lawmaking
As West Bengal heads into Assembly elections, how the outgoing House functioned is coming under sharper focus. A PRS Legislative Research analysis shows fewer sittings, shorter debates, and faster lawmaking during the 2011–2026 term.