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What happens if a Money Bill passed by the Lok Sabha is amended or rejected by the Rajya Sabha?
A. The Bill lapses completely
B. A joint sitting of both Houses is convened
C. The Lok Sabha can override the recommendations and pass it with a simple majority✓ Correct Answer
D. The President resolves the deadlock using discretionary power
💡 Solution & Explanation
Under Article 110 and Article 109, a Money Bill can only originate in the Lok Sabha, and recommendations made by the Rajya Sabha can be completely overridden by a simple majority vote. The Rajya Sabha holds no power to reject or amend a Money Bill fundamentally. Financial procedures highlight the legislative supremacy of the Lok Sabha in budgetary matters.
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