Consider the following statements:
If a bill seeks to amend provisions related to the distribution of legislative powers between the Union and States, then it should be passed by
1. a special majority in both the houses of parliament.
2. a simple majority in both the houses of parliament.
3. ratification by at least half of the State Legislatures.

Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 3 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 2 and 3 only

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Consider the following statements:
If a bill seeks to amend provisions related to the distribution of legislative powers between the Union and States, then it should be passed by
1. a special majority in both the houses of parliament.
2. a simple majority in both the houses of parliament.
3. ratification by at least half of the State Legislatures.

Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 3 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 2 and 3 only

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A bill that seeks to amend federal provisions, such as the Seventh Schedule or Article 368, is required to be passed by a special majority in both Houses of Parliament and ratified by at least half of the State Legislatures.

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Consider the following statements: If a bill seeks to amend provisions related to the distribution of legislative powers between the Union and States, then it should be passed by 1. a special majority in both the houses of parliament. 2. a simple majority in both the houses of parliament. 3. ratification by at least half of the State Legislatures. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only

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