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Question
Until 1950, the building in the picture was known as ‘Viceroy’s House’, and served as die residence of the Governor General of India.
Mention two powers held by this person with reference to the following:
Financial power
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Solution
Financial power:
- The Budget is presented to the Parliament in the name of the President.
- All money bills are introduced in the Parliament with the President’s permission.
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