Article 200 of CoI : Article 200: Assent to Bills.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: A new education reform bill has been passed by the Legislative Assembly of the State of Maharashtra. The bill aims to introduce a new curriculum in state-run schools.

Application:

1. The bill is passed by the Legislative Assembly of Maharashtra.
2. The bill is then presented to the Governor of Maharashtra.
3. The Governor has three options:
   • Assent: The Governor agrees to the bill, and it becomes law.
   • Withhold Assent: The Governor does not agree to the bill, and it does not become law.
   • Reserve for President's Consideration: The Governor believes the bill may affect the powers of the High Court and reserves it for the President's consideration.

Outcome:

• If the Governor assents, the new curriculum is implemented in state-run schools.
• If the Governor withholds assent, the bill is rejected.
• If the Governor reserves the bill for the President, the President will review and decide whether to approve or reject the bill.

Example 2:

Scenario: A bill proposing the establishment of a new industrial zone in Tamil Nadu has been passed by both the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council of the State.

Application:

1. The bill is passed by both Houses of the Legislature of Tamil Nadu.
2. The bill is then presented to the Governor of Tamil Nadu.
3. The Governor has three options:
   • Assent: The Governor agrees to the bill, and it becomes law.
   • Withhold Assent: The Governor does not agree to the bill, and it does not become law.
   • Return for Reconsideration: The Governor returns the bill with suggestions for amendments.

Outcome:

• If the Governor assents, the new industrial zone is established.
• If the Governor withholds assent, the bill is rejected.
• If the Governor returns the bill with suggestions, the Legislature can reconsider and amend the bill. If the bill is passed again (with or without amendments) and presented to the Governor, the Governor must assent to it.

Example 3:

Scenario: A bill concerning the reorganization of the judicial districts in Karnataka is passed by the Legislative Assembly.

Application:

1. The bill is passed by the Legislative Assembly of Karnataka.
2. The bill is then presented to the Governor of Karnataka.
3. The Governor believes that the bill might affect the powers of the High Court and decides to reserve it for the President's consideration.

Outcome:

• The President will review the bill and decide whether to approve or reject it.
• If the President approves, the reorganization of the judicial districts will take place.
• If the President rejects, the bill does not become law.