Which one of the following statements about Money Bill is not correct ?
- A.Money Bill cannot be introduced in the Council of States.
- B.The Council of States has no power to reject or amend the Money Bill.
- C.The Speaker of the Lok Sabha has the sole and final power in deciding whether a Bill is a Money Bill or otherwise.
- D.The Council of States has no power to discuss the Money Bill.
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Explanation
The correct answer is D, The Council of States has no power to discuss the Money Bill. This is the incorrect statement, because the Rajya Sabha does discuss a Money Bill. Under Article 109, a Money Bill is introduced only in the Lok Sabha and, after it is passed, it is sent to the Rajya Sabha. The Rajya Sabha can debate it and make recommendations, but it must return the Bill within 14 days. The Lok Sabha may accept or reject those recommendations, and if the Rajya Sabha does not return the Bill in time, it is deemed passed by both Houses. Article 110 defines a Money Bill and says the Speaker's decision on whether a Bill is a Money Bill is final. Option A is wrong to pick because it is a correct statement: a Money Bill cannot start in the Council of States. Option B is wrong to pick because the Rajya Sabha indeed cannot reject or amend it. Option C is wrong to pick because the Speaker alone certifies a Money Bill. Exam tip: Articles 109 and 110, Lok Sabha only, 14 days, Speaker's certificate final.
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