Multiple choice

The Governor of a state receives a Bill passed by the Legislative Assembly of that state for resettlement of citizen in that state affecting the general laws of citizenship of India. Which of the following courses would be most appropriate for the Governor as an agent of the Centre?

  1. Give assent to the Bill

  2. Refer the Bill to the President

  3. Keep the Bill pending

  4. Exercise veto over the Bill
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Citizenship is a Union subject under the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution. When a state bill affects general laws of citizenship (a Union subject under Article 245), the Governor must reserve it for the President's consideration under Article 200, acting as the Centre's agent to ensure state legislation does not encroach on Union subjects.

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