A bill passed by both houses becomes law after:
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Correct Answer:
President’s assent
Explanation:
According to Article 111 of the Indian Constitution, a bill passed by both houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) becomes an Act or law only after it receives the assent of the President of India. The President can give assent, withhold assent, or return the bill for reconsideration (except for Money Bills). Once the President signs the bill, it is enacted into law.
Key Points:
Under Article 111, when a bill has been passed by the houses of Parliament, it shall be presented to the President, and the President shall declare either that they assent to the Bill or that they withhold assent therefrom.
A Money Bill cannot be returned by the President for reconsideration; it can only be given or withheld assent.
Constitutional Amendment Bills also require the President's assent, but cannot be withheld if they have fulfilled special majority requirements in Parliament.
Important Questions and Answers:
Question: Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the assent to bills passed by Parliament?
Answer: Article 111.
Question: Can the President withhold assent to a Money Bill passed by Parliament?
Answer: No, a Money Bill is introduced in Parliament with the prior recommendation of the President, so the President usually gives assent when it is passed.