2013
Q. 1
Set A
Polity
Parliament
What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha?
Smart Elimination
In a democracy, the directly elected house (Lok Sabha) holds the financial power. The "Elders" (Rajya Sabha) cannot stop a Money Bill.
Thus, Lok Sabha can proceed regardless of Rajya Sabha.
Potential Trap
Confusing 'amended' with 'recommended'. The Rajya Sabha cannot amend a Money Bill in a binding way; it can only recommend amendments.
Answer Key & Explanation
Answer: AThe correct answer is Option A.
Analysis:
- Money Bills (Article 110): A Money Bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha.
- Role of Rajya Sabha: When a Money Bill is passed by the Lok Sabha and transmitted to the Rajya Sabha, the Rajya Sabha has limited powers. It must return the bill within 14 days.
- Amendments: The Rajya Sabha can recommend amendments, but it cannot amend the bill directly.
- Lok Sabha's Prerogative: The Lok Sabha may either accept or reject all or any of the recommendations of the Rajya Sabha.
- Consequence: In either case (acceptance or rejection), the bill is deemed to have been passed by both Houses.
Therefore, if the Rajya Sabha substantially amends the bill, the Lok Sabha can simply proceed by accepting or rejecting those suggestions.
Value Addition
- Joint Sitting: There is no provision for a joint sitting (Article 108) for Money Bills.
- President's Assent: The President cannot return a Money Bill for reconsideration.
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Foundational question based on core concepts.