Correct answer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation
- A
1 only
1 only. The paper also keys statement 2.
- B
2 only
2 only. The paper also keys statement 1.
- C
Both 1 and 2
Both 1 and 2. Annual Financial Statement laid by the Finance Minister; no demand except on the President’s recommendation.
- D
Neither 1 nor 2
Neither. Both statements are keyed on this paper.
Summary. Official key is (c) both. On this paper both statements are treated as correct. Statement 2 is Article 113(3): no demand for a grant except on the recommendation of the President. Statement 1 is keyed as the Union Finance Minister laying the Annual Financial Statement before both Houses.
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