Supreme Court Clarifies Constitutional Powers of Governor and President Under Articles 200 and 201
On 20 November, the Supreme Court of India delivered a significant ruling clarifying the constitutional functions of Governors under Article 200 and the President under Article 201 . The judgment addressed multiple questions referred by the President concerning delays in granting assent to state legislation and the extent of judicial oversight in such matters. This decision is critical for understanding the federal framework, the balance of powers, and the constitutional mechanisms governing state legislation. Powers of the Governor Under Article 200 Constitutional Options Before a Governor When a Bill is presented to the Governor under Article 200 , the Governor has three constitutional options: Grant assent to the Bill. Withhold assent and return the Bill (with recommendations) to the Legislature. Reserve the Bill for the consideration of the President. The power to return a Bill with comments does not apply to Money Bills. Whether Governor Is Bound by Council of ...