Veto Power of the President of India: Key Constitutional Check in Law-Making Process | BulletsIn
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The President of India holds veto power under Article 111, allowing approval, rejection, or reconsideration of bills passed by Parliament, ensuring constitutional balance and preventing hasty legislation.
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A Bill becomes law only after the President’s assent
The President can approve, reject, or return a Bill
This power acts as a check on Parliament’s law-making authority
Absolute veto: assent is withheld and the Bill ends completely
Suspensive veto: Bill is returned for reconsideration
Parliament can override suspensive veto by re-passing the Bill
Pocket veto: no action is taken, Bill is kept pending indefinitely
No veto on constitutional amendment bills; assent is mandatory
No suspensive veto allowed on money bills
Also applies to certain state bills reserved for the President
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