(G.K. Group B)-2022 An ordinance promulgated by the Governor is an exercise of legislative power during the period when the State Legislature is not in session. It has the same force and effect as an Act of the State Legislature. However, it must be laid before the State Legislature when it reassembles. If not approved by the State Legislature within six weeks of its reassembly, it ceases to operate. The President's approval is generally not required unless the ordinance deals with matters requiring presidential assent. The Council of Ministers advises the Governor, but their approval is not a separate step for the ordinance's validity in the way implied.