The government has strongly criticized the opposition for crippling the Parliamentary proceedings in the monsoon session. Briefing media persons in New Delhi today, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal observed the output in the session was less than the expectation.

Mr. Bansal regretted that several significant bills could not be passed due to frequent disruptions by the opposition members. He said the government has bypassed relevant rules to felicitate discussion on issues raised by opposition. However, the opposition's adamant attitude failed Parliament to utilize optimum business.

Giving details about the business transacted in both the houses, Mr. Bansal said that about 40 per cent time of Lok Sabha and 44 per cent of Rajya Sabha was lost because of frequent adjournments.

Mr. Bansal asserted that the essence of democracy lies in discussions. Seeking cooperation of the opposition in the fight against corruption, the Parliamentary Affairs Minister said that the government has already formulated about twelve stringent anti-corruption laws to deal with.

Mr Bansal said that he is amused to note that BJP plans to launch a nationwide anti-corruption campaign although some of its leaders are deeply involved in the corrupt practices.