Question

With reference to the Central control over the state legislation, consider the following statements:
1. The President of India has absolute veto over the state bills reserved for his consideration by the governor.
2. Some bills can only be introduced in the state legislature with the previous consent of the President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both 1 and 2

Under Article 201,The President of India has absolute veto over the state bills reserved for his consideration by the governor. under Article 304(b)- State can impose certain reasonable restrictions on freedom of trade and commerce with or within that state as may be necessary in the public interest but it cannot be introduced without prior recommendation of the President.