Attempt this previous-year question. The correct option stays hidden until you choose.
With reference to Union Budget, consider the following statements :
1. The Union Finance Minister on behalf of the Prime Minister lays the Annual Financial Statement before both the Houses of Parliament.
2. At the Union level, no demand for a grant can be made except on the recommendation of the President of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Pick an option to check yourself.
• Correct Answer: B
• Statement 1 is incorrect: under Article 112, the President causes the Annual Financial Statement to be laid before Parliament, not the Finance Minister on behalf of the PM.
• Statement 2 is correct: Article 113 mandates that no demand for a grant can be made except on the President's recommendation.
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