How does the Consolidated Fund of a State function in the context of grant-making and budgeting processes?
The Consolidated Fund of a State functions in the context of grant-making and budgeting processes by authorizing appropriation of moneys out of the fund to meet expenditure mentioned in the annual financial statement. This is done through laws made for the purpose, with provisions similar to those regarding grants with regard to any expenditure mentioned in the annual financial statement. Additionally, a Bill which would involve expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of a State cannot be passed by a House of the Legislature unless the Governor has recommended to that House the consideration of the Bill.