Question
Download Solution PDFWith 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?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Option 2.
Key Points
- The Annual Financial Statement, commonly known as the Union Budget, is presented by the Union Finance Minister on behalf of the President of India, who acts on the advice of the Prime Minister. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
- As per Article 113 of the Indian Constitution, no money shall be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India except under the authority of a warrant issued by the President.
- The demands for grants are presented to Parliament along with the Annual Financial Statement and are subject to the President's recommendation. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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