The president can directly disallow a state legislation:

1. in case of any bill
2. in case of bills reserved by the Governor for President’s assent
3. in case of money bill

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 2 only
b) 3 only
d) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Ans-a

Explanation- Governor can withhold the bill, passed by the state legislature, for consideration of the president if it is of the following nature:

1. Ultra vires
2. Opposed to the directive principles of the state policy
3. Against the larger interest of the country
4. Of grave national importance
5. Dealing with the compulsory acquisition of the property under Article 31A of constitution.

In one case such reservation is compulsory that is, where the bill passed by the state legislature endangers the position of the HC.

President can :

1. Give his assent to the bill or,
2. Withhold his assent to the bill or,
3. Direct the governor to return the bill if it is not a money bill for consideration of the state legislature. It should be noted that here it is not compulsory for the president to give his assent even if the bill is passed again by the legislature and sent to him again for consideration.