What is the political consequence if the annual Union Budget fails to secure passage in the Lok Sabha?
Parliament, Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha & Legislative Procedure — question ID 818
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Explanation
The Union Budget is a policy measure of the ruling government. Since the government must command a majority in the Lok Sabha to remain in power, the failure of the Budget to pass in the Lok Sabha indicates a loss of confidence. Consequently, the Council of Ministers must resign.