SHORT ANSWER:
The process of promulgating an ordinance differs in that the President can issue an ordinance at the national level, while the Governor can do so at the state level, but both require legislative approval later.
DETAILS:
- The President can promulgate an ordinance under Article 123 of the Constitution when Parliament is not in session.
- The Governor can promulgate an ordinance under Article 213 when the state legislature is not in session.
- Both ordinances must be approved by the respective legislature within six weeks of reassembly.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If not approved, the ordinance lapses and ceases to be in effect.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 123 and 213
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