SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor can withhold assent to an ordinary bill if it is against the Constitution or public interest, while a Money Bill cannot be returned for reconsideration.
DETAILS:
- The Governor may withhold assent if the bill is unconstitutional or violates the provisions of the Constitution.
- The Governor can also return the bill for reconsideration if it is an ordinary bill.
- For Money Bills, the Governor can only give assent or return it for reconsideration but cannot withhold assent.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment; it is a constitutional provision.
SOURCE:
- Article 200 of the Constitution of India.
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