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SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 22

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 21 Feb 2025 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q22

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According to the Constitution of India, who may reserve a bill passed by the state legislative assembly for the president’s consent?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Governor.

  • According to the Constitution of India, the Governor can reserve a bill passed by the State Legislative Assembly for the assent of the President.

  • Article 200 of the Indian Constitution outlines the Governor’s powers regarding assent to Bills passed by the State Legislature.

  • When a Bill is presented to the Governor, he/she may:

    • Assent to the Bill, making it a law, or

    • Withhold assent from the Bill, or

    • Reserve the Bill for the President’s consideration, or

    • Return the Bill (except a money bill) to the Legislature for reconsideration with a message.

  • If the Legislature passes the Bill again (with or without amendments), the Governor must give assent and cannot withhold it.

  • If, in the Governor’s opinion, the Bill derogates from the powers of the High Court and endangers its constitutional position, the Governor must reserve it for the President’s consideration.

  • When a Bill is reserved for the President, its enactment depends on the President’s assent or refusal.