Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's decision to bypass personal staff raises questions

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has decided to bypass his personal staff while selecting members for various House committees.

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This decision has raised concerns about transparency and accountability, as it is not clear who will be making decisions on the Vice President's behalf.

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Some experts have criticized the move, saying that it undermines the democratic process and goes against the principles of transparency and accountability.

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Others have defended the decision, arguing that it is within the Vice President's purview to make such decisions and that it will help streamline the committee selection process.

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The controversy has highlighted the importance of transparency and accountability in government decision-making.

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Some have called for clearer guidelines and protocols for committee selection to prevent such controversies from arising in the future.

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The Vice President's decision has also sparked debate about the role of personal staff in government and their level of influence over decision-making.

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