In News:

• The 85th AIPOC, held in Patna, Bihar, emphasized enhancing the effectiveness of legislative institutions through reforms in decorum, digitization, and public participation.
• A major outcome was the announcement of the One Nation, One Legislative Platform to digitally integrate legislative bodies across India.

All India Presiding Officers’ Conference (AIPOC):

• Established: 1921; first session held in Shimla.
• Role: Apex platform bringing together Presiding Officers of Parliament and State Legislatures.
• Objective: Strengthen democratic institutions by fostering cooperative federalism, legislative accountability, and improved law-making processes.

2025 Conference Highlights:

• Venue: Historic Bihar Legislature Premises, Patna.
• Key Themes:
  • Reducing disruptions and maintaining decorum in legislative houses.
  • Promoting qualitative debate and discussion.
  • Observing the 75th year of the Constitution with participatory democratic celebrations.
• Resolutions Adopted:
  • Formulation of internal code of conduct by political parties.
  • Nationwide campaigns involving PRIs, urban bodies, students, NGOs, media, and more to celebrate democratic values.

One Nation, One Legislative Platform (ONOLP):

What It Is:

A national mission to create a unified digital ecosystem integrating the Parliament, state legislatures, and local bodies for better legislative coordination and public access.

Key Objectives:

• Real-Time Data Sharing: Seamless, up-to-date legislative information across institutions—proceedings, bills, debates, etc.
• Transparency & Accountability: Open access to deliberations enables citizen oversight and institutional accountability.
• Public Participation: User-friendly access encourages civic engagement in law-making and governance.
• AI & Tech Integration: Use of Artificial Intelligence for data analysis, decision support, and enhanced efficiency.
• Paperless Legislatures: Digitization of records to promote sustainability and reduce bureaucratic delays.

Implementation Support:

• Spearheaded by the Lok Sabha, with Speaker Om Birla announcing its completion by 2025.
• Includes the creation of a central portal for public and institutional use.