Consider the following statements : I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own discretion. II. The President of India can, of his/her own, reserve a bill passed by a State Legislature for his/her consideration without it being forwarded by the Governor of the State concerned. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

UPSC Prelims 2025 Question:

Consider the following statements : 

I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own discretion. 

II. The President of India can, of his/her own, reserve a bill passed by a State Legislature for his/her consideration without it being forwarded by the Governor of the State concerned. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A. I only
  • B. II only
  • C. Both I and II
  • D. Neither I nor II
Correct Answer: Option A