Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Estimates Committee in the Indian Parliament? 1. It was first established in post-independence India in 1950 on the recommendation of John Mathai. 2. It currently consists of 30 members, representing both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha in a 2:1 ratio.
Parliament, Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha & Legislative Procedure — question ID 822
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Explanation
The Estimates Committee was first set up in 1950 on the recommendation of the then Finance Minister, John Mathai. Originally it had 25 members, but in 1956 its membership was increased to 30. All 30 members are elected solely from the Lok Sabha; Rajya Sabha has no representation in this committee.