Lok Sabha Secretariat
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | January 10, 1989 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 60 p |
| Quantity | 1500000 |
| Perforation | comb 13½ x 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Brown olive |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 1200 Stamp Number IN 1258 Yvert et Tellier IN 1008 Stanley Gibbons IN 1355 |
| Themes | Anniversaries and Jubilees | Buildings | Government Buildings | |
Establishment and Evolution of the Lok Sabha Secretariat
Foundation and Independence:
- Founding Vision: The foundation of a separate Central Legislature Secretariat, independent of governmental control in India, was laid on 10th January 1929.
- Role of Vithalbhai Patel: Shri Vithalbhai Patel, the first elected Indian Speaker (then called President) of the Central Legislative Assembly, played a pivotal role in advocating for and establishing the independence of the Speaker’s office.
Historic Milestones:
- 1926: The concept of a separate Secretariat for the Indian Legislature was first proposed during a conference of Presiding Officers of Legislative Bodies in India, chaired by Shri Vithalbhai Patel.
- 1928: A resolution moved by Pandit Motilal Nehru in the Central Legislative Assembly sought the constitution of a separate Assembly Department, which was unanimously adopted.
Key Resolutions:
- The resolution emphasized:
- Establishment of a separate Assembly Department by 1st December 1928.
- Inclusion of the Assembly Department in the portfolio of the Governor-General.
- Appointment of principal officers by the Governor-General in consultation with Presiding Officers.
- Adjudication of expenditure matters by the Governor-General in case of disagreement between the Presiding Officer and the Government of India.
Formation of the Legislative Assembly Department:
- On 10th January 1929, the Legislative Assembly Department was established under the Governor-General’s portfolio, with the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly as its de facto head.
Evolution into the Lok Sabha Secretariat:
- 1950: With the enactment of the Constitution of India on 26th January 1950, the Department’s name changed to “Parliament Secretariat.”
- 1954: Further renaming led to the establishment of the “Lok Sabha Secretariat,” marking its distinct identity and role.
Commemoration of the Diamond Jubilee:
- A stamp was issued to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of the Lok Sabha Secretariat, celebrating its tradition of impartiality, objectivity, dedication, and efficiency in serving the Parliament and its members.
- The Secretariat continues to uphold a unique work culture tailored to meet the specialized requirements of India’s Parliament.
The journey from the Legislative Assembly Department to the Lok Sabha Secretariat underscores its evolution as a cornerstone institution in India’s parliamentary democracy, fostering independence and excellence in legislative administration.