Which of the following statements are correct in respect of a Money Bill in the Parliament? 1. Article 109…

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:
  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1, 2 and 3
  4. 1, 3 and 4

Solution

Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 4 is wrong — the Lok Sabha may accept or reject any or all of the recommendations of the Rajya Sabha on a Money Bill; it is not bound to accept them.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2024

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