Prelims 2024 · Polity and Constitution · Question 18
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of a Money Bill in the Parliament? 1. Article 109 mentions special procedure in respect of Money Bills. 2. A Money Bill shall not be introduced in the Council of States. 3. The Rajya Sabha can either approve the Bill or suggest changes but cannot reject it. 4. Amendment to a Money Bill suggested by the Rajya Sabha have to be accepted by the Lok Sabha. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer
1, 2 and 3
1. Correct. Article 109 specifically lays down the special procedure for Money Bills in Parliament.
2. Correct. Under Article 109/110, a Money Bill can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha, not in the Rajya Sabha.
3. Correct. The Rajya Sabha cannot reject or amend a Money Bill on its own; it can only recommend changes and must return it within 14 days.
4. Incorrect. The Lok Sabha is not bound to accept the Rajya Sabha’s recommendations on a Money Bill.
Hence, statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct.