SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor of an Indian state gives assent to a bill passed by the state legislature through a formal process, which differs from the procedure for Union Territories where the President of India gives assent.
DETAILS:
- In a state, after a bill is passed by the state legislature, it is sent to the Governor for assent.
- The Governor can either give assent, withhold assent, or return the bill (if it is not a money bill) for reconsideration.
- For Union Territories, the bill is sent to the President of India for assent, who has similar options.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment; the bill cannot become law without assent.
SOURCE:
- Article 200 and Article 239 of the Constitution of India.
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