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Performance Analysis of West Bengal MLAs

Legislative performance is one of the least discussed but most important indicators of political accountability.

Not all MLAs contribute equally.

This analysis focuses on:

  • Attendance in assembly sessions
  • Questions asked
  • Participation in debates
  • Legislative engagement patterns

Key observations

  1. Participation varies widely
    Some MLAs are significantly more active than others.
  2. Questions asked as a signal
    Higher question counts often indicate engagement with governance issues.
  3. Attendance alone is not enough
    Presence does not always translate into participation.
  4. Structural gaps in activity
    A segment of MLAs show minimal legislative involvement.

Performance cannot be measured by visibility alone.

Legislative activity offers a more grounded view of how actively representatives engage in governance.

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