Q26.
Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. A Bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its prorogation. 2. A Bill pending in the Rajya Sabha, which has not been passed by the Lok Sabha, shall not lapse on dissolution of the Lok Sabha. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Answer
B
Explanation
A bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on dissolution (not prorogation) - Statement 1 is incorrect. A bill pending in the Rajya Sabha but not passed by the Lok Sabha does not lapse on dissolution of the Lok Sabha - Statement 2 is correct. Other relevant rules: A bill passed by the Lok Sabha but pending in the Rajya Sabha lapses; A bill passed by both Houses but pending assent of the president does not lapse.