Which rule ensures Parliament sits at least once every year?

• A. There shall be a sitting of Parliament and of each legislature at least once every twelve months
• B. Parliaments may suspend sittings for years
• C. Sittings must occur twice per year
• D. Sittings require a national referendum

Answer: (A)

Regular, guaranteed sittings are essential to keep government accountable and to allow Parliament to review laws, scrutinize spending, and respond to changing needs. The rule that there shall be a sitting of Parliament and of each legislature at least once every twelve months creates a real floor on how long sessions can go without meeting. It ensures there is an annual opportunity for debate, budgeting, and legislative action, even if there have been prorogations or other interruptions. The other options would either allow a long gap between meetings, require something stricter than what the constitution sets, or introduce an unrelated requirement (like a referendum), which isn’t how the framework works.