Indian Polity • Parliament & ExecutiveMedium
What procedural step is followed in Parliament if a legislative deadlock arises between the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha over a non-money ordinary bill affecting administrative jurisdictions in Union Territories or states like Himachal Pradesh?
A. The Prime Minister promulgates an ordinance to bypass both houses.
B. The President summons a joint sitting of both Houses under Article 108.✓ Correct Answer
C. The bill is referred to the Supreme Court for binding arbitration.
D. The Rajya Sabha's veto prevails indefinitely over the Lok Sabha.
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 108 provides for a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament summoned by the President to resolve a deadlock over an ordinary bill when one house rejects it, disagrees on amendments, or fails to pass it for six months. Ordinances cannot replace ordinary bills during active parliamentary disagreement. The Supreme Court does not arbitrate legislative deadlocks. The Lok Sabha numerical strength usually prevails during a joint sitting.
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