Consider the following statements: 1. In order to form a new state in the Indian Union, the Parliament can amend the provisions of the Constitution with a Simple Majority. 2. To amend the provisions…

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Consider the following statements: 1. In order to form a new state in the Indian Union, the Parliament can amend the provisions of the Constitution with a Simple Majority. 2. To amend the provisions of Directive Principles of State Policy, the Parliament requires a Special Majority. 3. To amend Article 368 of the Constitution, the Parliament requires Special Majority along with the consent of half of the state legislatures. How many of the statements given above are correct?

PYQPulse · Accepted Answer

All three statements are correct.

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Explanation: A new state can be formed by Parliament with a simple majority (Article 3), DPSP amendments need a special majority, and amending Article 368 itself needs a special majority plus ratification by half the states. All three statements are correct.

Answer: C. All three statements are correct.

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Answer: C. All three statements are correct.

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