SHORT ANSWER:
If a governor fails to act on a state bill within a specified time, the bill automatically becomes law.
DETAILS:
- According to Article 200 of the Indian Constitution, if the governor does not act on a bill within 14 days, it is deemed to have received the governor's assent.
- The governor can either give assent, withhold assent, or return the bill for reconsideration.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no direct punishments for the governor, but failure to act may lead to political consequences.
SOURCE:
- Article 200 of the Indian Constitution
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