Question

Arrange the following steps in the correct legislative process for the passage of a Money Bill in India:

A) Introduction of Money Bill in Lok Sabha

B) Passage in Lok Sabha

C) Transmission to Rajya Sabha

D) Presentation for President's assent

• A. A-B-C-D
• B. A-C-B-D
• C. B-C-A-D
• D. C-B-A-D

Answer 1

Answer:

A. A-B-C-D

• Constitutional Provisions: The definition of a Money Bill is given in Article 110 of the Indian Constitution, while the special procedure regarding Money Bills is dealt with under Article 109.

• Introduction (Step A): A Money Bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha (the Lower House of Parliament) on the prior recommendation of the President of India. It cannot be introduced in the Rajya Sabha.

• Passage in Lok Sabha (Step B): The Lok Sabha discusses and votes on the bill. If passed by a simple majority, it is certified as a Money Bill by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The Speaker's decision on whether a bill is a Money Bill or not is final and cannot be questioned in any court of law or in either House of Parliament.