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The parliamentary opposition states that no single independent commission functions presently for the sake of the nation.

Name one commission the decision of which improved the living conditions of the people», National Unity factor secretary Alexan Karapetyan said.

In his turn Justice faction secretary Victor Dallakyan characterized the situation that was created within the so-called independent commissions with a well known phrase «Тhe one, who pays, establishes the rules». In the opinion of the oppositionists, the draft constitutional amendments do not guarantee independence of the commissions. «How can a commission appointed by the President be independent?» Victor Dallakyan says. Alexan Karapetyan fully shares this opinion. «Unfortunately, any commission formed at the incumbent authorities will be dependent regardless of the amendments adopted», he notes.

Oppositionists have some remarks on the formation of the independent commissions. Fisrt of all, they say, the law should rule. «We lack the habit of obeying to the law. Today we face the problem of formation of traditions and civic institutes», Justice faction representative says.

There is no doubt that the correct formation order is the most important factor for the independence of the commission. Victor Dallakyan offers to use the experience of other states. «While forming the NCTR 3 nominations are proposed by the NA, 3 – by the President and 3 – by public organizations. For example, in France 6 candidatures are appointed by the National Assembly and 3 – by the President,» he says.

Alexan Karapetyan has a different proposal, though, in his words, it is not finite. «The commission members can be elected like deputies. Or the composition of the commission can be appointed by the NA.

The real independence of the commission depends on one more important factor: what state body should they be subordinated to? «These commissions should be subordinated to the parliament. Annually each commission should submit its report to the NA. If the parliament does not approve the report, the commission members should resign”, Justice faction members consider.

Representatives of National Unity insist the report be presented to the people as well.

Lena Badeyan