Q. What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha?

• The Lok Sabha may still proceed with the Bill, accepting or not accepting the recommendations of the Rajya Sabha
• The Lok Sabha cannot consider the Bill further
• The Lok Sabha may send the Bill to the Rajya Sabha for reconsideration
• The President may call a joint sitting for passing the Bill

Answer: (a) The Lok Sabha may still proceed with the Bill, accepting or not accepting the recommendations of the Rajya Sabha

Notes:

• As per the provisions of Article 109 of the Constitution, the Rajya Sabha has limited powers in relation to the Money Bill.
• After a Money Bill is passed by the Lok Sabha, it is sent to the Rajya Sabha.
• It is to be sent back to the Lok Sabha with recommendations or without recommendations within a period of fourteen days from the date of its receipt by the Rajya Sabha.
• The Lok Sabha is free to accept or reject all or any of the recommendations of the Rajya Sabha.