Question 499

For a bill to become law, it must pass both the House of Commons and the Senate. What specific action must the Governor General then take on behalf of the Sovereign?

  1. ASend it to the Supreme Court
  2. BRequest a public referendum
  3. CVeto the bill
  4. DGrant royal assent
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: D) Grant royal assent

Explanation

A bill cannot become law until it has been passed by both chambers of Parliament and receives royal assent. This is granted by the Governor General on behalf of the Sovereign.

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