Question 495

In the Canadian legislative process, what is the main purpose of the First Reading of a bill in the House of Commons?

  1. ATo study the bill clause by clause
  2. BTo debate the bill's main principle
  3. CTo vote on final approval
  4. DTo formally introduce and print the bill
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: D) To formally introduce and print the bill

Explanation

The First Reading is the initial step in the legislative process. Its purpose is to introduce the bill to the House of Commons for the first time and have it printed for members to review.

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