Question 2GS2GS2

The Supreme Court, in a recent verdict, prescribed a time period for the Governor's assent to state legislative bills. What are the implications of this judgment for cooperative federalism and legislative accountability in India? (Answer in 150 words)

Introduction

Hon. Supreme Court in recent Tamil Nadu case Ultimate the Governor's discretion under Article 201 to ensure smoother legislative procedure.

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Main Body

Hon. Supreme Court in recent Tamil Nadu case Ultimate the Governor's discretion under Article 201 to ensure smoother legislative procedure.

Time period prescribed → 30 days to decide whether to give, withhold or forward bill to president.

State can reach SC for mandatory writ if Governor stalls.

Implications of Judgement:

(A) On Cooperative Federalism

(I) Address state's grievous regarding misuse of Article 201 by T.N. NEET bill

3Binds Governor to constitutional discretion

2Greater control of state on Schedule List III subjects

4Smoother legislative procedures in Legislative assembly

(B) On Legislative accountability

(I) Might limit governor's role to check legislative action

— HARSH NEHARA · AIR 74

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Conclusion

Thus, there is a need to uphold Constitutional objective to ensure proper functioning of institutions in Unit with the spirit of constitution.

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HARSH NEHARA

AIR 74

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Federal Structure - Functions, Responsibilities, Devolution of Powers and Finances

Federalism

Governor's Powers and Role in Cooperative Federalism

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