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Consider the following statements:

  1. 1.The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill.
  2. 2.The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants.
  3. 3.The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A.1 only
  2. B.1 and 2 only
  3. C.2 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. 1 and 2 only

The Constitution grants exclusive powers regarding Money Bills to the Lok Sabha; the Rajya Sabha can only recommend amendments or reject it, but its recommendation is not binding. While the Lok Sabha controls the voting on Demands for Grants, the Rajya Sabha does have the power to discuss the Annual Financial Statement (General Budget), though it cannot vote on any demand for grant.

Source: UPSC gs1 2015

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