Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. A Bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its prorogation.
2. A Bill pending in the Rajya Sabha, which has not been passed by the Lok Sabha, shall not lapse on dissolution of the Lok Sabha.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1. Statement 1 is incorrect. Prorogation merely terminates a session of the House and does not affect Bills pending before it. According to Article 107(3) of the Constitution, a Bill pending in Parliament shall not lapse by reason of the prorogation of the Houses. Bills lapse only upon dissolution of the Lok Sabha.
2. Statement 2 is correct. According to Article 107(4) of the Constitution, a Bill pending in the Rajya Sabha which has not been passed by the Lok Sabha shall not lapse on dissolution of the Lok Sabha.