The Supreme Court, in recent verdict, prescribed a time period for the Governor's assent to state legislative bills. What are the implications of this judgement for cooperative federalism and legislative accountability in India? (Answer in 150 words)

Article 200 and 2041 lay down provisions and powers of Governors with regards to legislative assent power, wherein the secret judgement was awarded.

Judgement:

Tamil Nadu Governor vs Govt of Tamil Nadu - Madlock resolution via prescription of 60 days time.

Implications of judgement:

Cooperative federalism:

e) Governor labelled as 'centre's agent'

e) state can now hold governor mandatory pass bills/reject

e) Bills on NEET, etc passed by SC in often case.

Legislative Accountability:

e) Article 200 tested now.

Is viable linkage.

However, Questions remain

e) Advisory sought by President Union Minister under Article 143.