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Which statement correctly reflects Article 200 regarding state bills?

1. Governor must always assent to bills.
2. Governor can reserve a bill for the President.
3. Bills cannot be returned to the legislature.
4. President has no role in state legislation.

Correct answer: Governor can reserve a bill for the President.

Solution

Article 200 of the Constitution gives the Governor options regarding a state bill, including assent, withholding assent, returning the bill, or reserving it for the President. Therefore, the correct statement is that the Governor can reserve a bill for the President.

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