With whose prior permission is a money bill introduced in the Legislative Assembly?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Governor

A money bill can only be introduced in the Legislative Assembly with the prior permission of the Governor of the state. The Governor's approval is essential before a money bill, which deals with national finances, taxes, or government expenditure, can be presented in the state legislature.

• A money bill refers to a bill that deals exclusively with financial matters like taxes, loans, and expenditure.
• The Governor plays a crucial role in ensuring that such bills are introduced and passed according to constitutional provisions.
• The Constitution of India, under Article 199, outlines the procedure for the introduction of money bills in the Legislative Assembly.
• Money bills cannot be introduced in the Legislative Council of a state.
• The Governor’s assent is necessary for a money bill to be enacted into law.
• The power to withhold or reserve the money bill rests with the Governor as per the Constitution.

• Prime Minister  – The Prime Minister is not involved in the process of introducing money bills at the state level.
• Chief Minister – The Chief Minister plays an executive role but does not give prior permission for introducing money bills in the Legislative Assembly.
• The President – While the President of India’s assent is required for national money bills, at the state level, it is the Governor's permission that is needed.