Consider the following statements : 1. The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill. 2. The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants. 3. The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A
1 only
B
1 and 2 only
Correct Answer
C
2 and 3 only
D
1, 2 and 3
Explanation
Option (b) is correct because the Rajya Sabha has restricted financial powers; it cannot reject or amend Money Bills (Article 109) and lacks the authority to vote on Demands for Grants, which is an exclusive power of the Lok Sabha. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Annual Financial Statement (Budget) is laid before both Houses, and the Rajya Sabha is constitutionally entitled to discuss it. This question tests the core concept of the **unequal status of the Rajya Sabha in financial matters** and the parliamentary budgetary process.
Indian ParliamentMoney Bill & Rajya Sabha PowersRajya SabhaMoney BillRejectAmendDemands for GrantsAnnual Financial StatementParliamentFinancial legislation