"Mass Suspension of Indian Opposition MPs Sparks Concerns over Parliamentary Democracy"

The Indian government has suspended a total of 141 opposition lawmakers, including 49 who were demanding a debate on a recent security breach in parliament. The opposition has criticized the move as a "mockery of democracy" and accused the government of passing legislation without proper debate. The security breach occurred on December 13 when two individuals entered the lower house chamber and opened gas canisters. The suspensions have raised concerns about the government's authoritarian style and its alleged misuse of investigating agencies to target opposition leaders. Despite the absence of opposition lawmakers, parliamentary processes can continue with the governing party's majority.