Mr. President War and Peace. While discussing entry No. 5, I had suggested that instead of the word Parliament, the word ‘President’ ought to be incorporated–
“such industries which are declared by Parliament to be essential for certain purposes“.
Here, it is not defined whether the question of declaration of war or peace shall be the sole jurisdiction of the President or Parliament. On the lines of the American Constitution, I would like clarification of this question. It is a very vital question, Sir. The power to frame laws regarding war and peace has been left to Parliament. But I want that this power should not be left in the hands of Parliament. It should be left in the hands of the President. I have nothing more to add.