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    Question

    Under Article 200 of the Indian Constitution, which of the

    following actions is not within the Governor’s powers?
    A Grant assent to the bill Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Withhold assent to the bill Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Declare the bill unconstitutional Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Reserve the bill for the President’s consideration Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Article 200 outlines the Governor's options upon receiving a state legislature-passed bill:
    Grant assent Withhold assent
    Reserve the bill for the President
    Return a non-money bill for reconsideration
    However, the Governor cannot unilaterally declare a bill unconstitutional. That is the domain of the judiciary.

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