Parliamentary Constituencies of Assam State / Union Territory
Overview
Assam, a key state in India, has a well-established legislative framework to govern its population and economy. Below is a list of 14 Parliamentary Constituencies alongwith 126 Assembly Constituencies of Assam State / Union Territory.
Assam's Parliamentry Constituencies (संसदीय क्षेत्र)
Structure and Composition
The Assam Lok Sabha (House of the People) represents the parliamentary constituencies of the state. It consists of 14 elected representatives (MPs), with members chosen directly by the people through general elections held every five years.
Functions of the Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha plays a vital role in the nation's governance. Its primary responsibilities include:
- Legislation: Drafting, debating, and enacting laws that apply to the entire nation, including Assam.
- Budget Approval: Reviewing and approving the Union Budget, which outlines national expenditure and revenue.
- Oversight: Ensuring accountability of the executive branch through questions, debates, and parliamentary committees.
- Representation: Advocating for the interests of the people in the state and ensuring they are reflected in national policies.
List of Parliamentary Constituencies
Autonomous District
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Assembly Constituencies Under Autonomous District Parliament
Barpeta
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Assembly Constituencies Under Barpeta Parliament
Dhubri
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Assembly Constituencies Under Dhubri Parliament
Dibrugarh
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Assembly Constituencies Under Dibrugarh Parliament
Gauhati
Jorhat
Kaliabor
Karimganj
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Assembly Constituencies Under Karimganj Parliament
Kokrajhar
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Assembly Constituencies Under Kokrajhar Parliament
Lakhimpur
Mangaldoi
Nowgong
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Assembly Constituencies Under Nowgong Parliament