Topics Standing committees

Constitute topics are built from the variables in the Comparative Constitutions Project’s dataset, which captures the content of world constitutions. The particular variables relevant to this topic are listed below, in the form of survey questions.

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Description

Establishes permanent committees with oversight in given policy areas, which often exercise legislative authority when the legislature is not in session. May also specify how members of these committees are selected, and how long they serve.

Categories

Legislature

Keywords

communism

Survey Questions

  • Does the constitution specify a 'standing committee'?
  • Who serves on the standing committee?
  • What is the appointment process for members of the standing committee?
  • What powers are granted to the standing committee?