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The Tamil Nadu government has moved a writ petition in the Supreme Court against Governor R.N. Ravi for creating a “constitutional deadlock”.
Inexplicably delaying or even failing to consider and give assent to crucial Bills passed by the T.N Assembly.
What is meant by constitutional deadlock
A constitutional deadlock in India occurs when there is a disagreement between the two houses of Parliament.
The Constitution of India requires that both houses pass a bill before it can become law.
A constitutional deadlock with a governor can occur in India when the governor refuses to act on the advice of the state cabinet.
This can happen, if the governor believes that the cabinet's advice is unconstitutional or against the public interest.
Different ways to resolve a constitutional deadlock with a governor.
One way is for the governor to reconsider their position and act on the cabinet's advice.
Another way is for the cabinet to try to persuade the governor to change their mind.
If these efforts fail, then the cabinet may have to approach the President of India for help.
Different ways to resolve a constitutional deadlock by other means.
One way is for the two houses to hold a joint sitting and vote on the bill.
In a joint sitting, the Lok Sabha has a majority, so it is likely that the bill will be passed. However, joint sittings are rarely used.
Another way to resolve a constitutional deadlock is for the President of India to convene a special session of Parliament.
In a special session, the two houses may be able to reach a compromise on the bill.
The President can use the power to promulgate ordinances to bypass Parliament and enact legislation.
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