SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor must provide assent to state legislation within six months of receiving it.
DETAILS:
- Article 200 of the Constitution of India states that the Governor can either give assent, withhold assent, or return the bill for reconsideration.
- If the Governor does not act within six months, the bill is deemed to have received assent.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Noncompliance may lead to the bill automatically becoming law after six months.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 200
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