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The Governor of a State receives a Bill passed by the Legislative Assembly of the State for resettlement of citizens in that State affecting the general laws of citizenship of India. Which of the following courses would be the most appropriate for the Governor to take?

A
give assent to the bill
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refer the bill to the President
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keep the bill pending
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exercise his veto power over the bill
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Solution

The correct option is C refer the bill to the President

In this case, the Governor exercises his discretionary powers as the bill affects the condition of citizenship as drawn out in the Constitution of India. He sends this bill passed by the State legislature for the consideration of the President.


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