PPSC PCS 2018 · Question 37 of 97

Which one of the following is not a sufficient ground for convening a joint sitting of both the Houses of Parliament?

Polity

ARejection of a bill by one House of the Parliament when the other House has passed it.
BBoth Houses have finally disagreed as to the amendments to be made in a Bill.
CMore than six months have elapsed from the date of the reception of the Bill by the other House without the Bill being passed by it.
DPresident has refused to give his assent to the Bill.Correct

Answer: D. President has refused to give his assent to the Bill.

Explanation

A joint sitting can be convened on rejection by one House, disagreement on amendments, or six months' lapse — but not merely because the President withheld assent.

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