Which of the following statements is/are not correct about the creation of new States by the Parliament under the Article 3 of the Indian Constitution? (i) The President of India is required to refer…

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Which of the following statements is/are not correct about the creation of new States by the Parliament under the Article 3 of the Indian Constitution? (i) The President of India is required to refer such a Bill to the affected State/States in order to know its/their view. (ii) The President is bound to accept the opinion/view of the affected State/States in making recommendations to the Parliament. (iii) The Parliament cannot introduce a Bill to this effect without the prior recommendations of the President. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

Testwala · Accepted Answer

Only (ii)

Testwala · Answer

Explanation: Under Article 3, the President must refer the Bill to the affected State(s) for their views and prior presidential recommendation is required, but the President is not bound to accept the State's opinion.

Answer: B. Only (ii)

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Answer: B. Only (ii)

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