THE EXAMS POINTOrdinary Bill: the normal route
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Ordinary Bill: the normal route
01 · Introduction in either House
An ordinary Bill may begin in Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha.
02 · Consideration and passage
Both Houses normally must agree to the same text.
03 · If disagreement persists
Article 108 permits a joint sitting in specified circumstances.
04 · President’s assent process
Article 111 governs assent, withholding and return of a non-Money Bill for reconsideration.
05 · Becomes an Act
An Act’s commencement may be immediate or depend on its provisions/notification.
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This route is for an ordinary Bill. Money Bills and Constitution Amendment Bills have different rules.
Avoid the exam trap
Joint sittings are not available for Money Bills or Constitution Amendment Bills.
Test yourself: Can an ordinary Bill originate in Rajya Sabha?
Yes. Unlike a Money Bill, an ordinary Bill can originate in either House.
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