SHORT ANSWER:
A Money Bill in a state assembly must be introduced in the assembly, passed by the assembly, and then sent to the governor for approval, while an ordinary bill goes through more extensive procedures including both houses if applicable.
DETAILS:
- A Money Bill can only be introduced in the state assembly and not in the council (if the state has a bicameral legislature).
- It must be certified by the Speaker of the assembly as a Money Bill.
- After passing in the assembly, it is sent to the governor for assent.
- An ordinary bill can be introduced in either house and must be passed by both houses before being sent to the governor.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If a Money Bill is incorrectly introduced in the council, it may be declared invalid.
SOURCE:
- Article 110 of the Constitution of India.
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