Select Committee (Noun)
Meaning
A parliamentary committee appointed for some special purpose.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The opposition party demanded the formation of a select committee to investigate the allegations of corruption against the ruling party.
- A special select committee was appointed to look into the foreign aid provided to neighboring countries.
- Members of the parliament pushed for a select committee to probe into the recent economic downturn and find ways to overcome it.
- A new select committee was set up to review the education system and propose reforms to make it more modern and effective.
- A select committee consisting of representatives from all parties was appointed to prepare a report on the proposed amendments to the constitution.