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Q70 (CISF/2020) Polity & Governance › Constitutional Basics & Evolution

Which one of the following does not describe the procedure or substance of the amendments to the Indian Constitution ?

Explanation

The correct answer is A. According to Article 368 of the Indian Constitution, an amendment is initiated by the introduction of a Bill in either House of Parliament. In parliamentary procedure, "introduction" is the formal act of bringing a Bill before the House to begin the legislative process, whereas "laying" typically refers to the act of presenting reports, rules, or documents for the information of the House. Furthermore, "either" is the technically correct term for a bicameral system, while "any" is less precise.

  • Option B is correct: The Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) established that Parliament cannot amend the "basic structure" of the Constitution.
  • Option C is correct: Article 368 requires the Bill to be passed by each House separately; the provision for a joint sitting (Article 108) does not apply.
  • Option D is correct: The 24th Amendment Act (1971) made it obligatory for the President to give assent to such Bills.
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