Dismissal of Parliament

Dismissal of Parliament, often called "prorogation" or "dissolution," is the process of ending a parliamentary session or the entire parliamentary term. It can be initiated by the head of state or government, typically to refresh the political agenda or after elections. During prorogation, Parliament pauses its activities but remains intact, while dissolution leads to the end of a parliamentary term, prompting new elections. The rules governing this process vary by country but generally require constitutional or legal procedures to ensure transparency and legitimacy.