A majority of the total membership of the House and a majority of not less than _____ of the members present and voting is required for adoption of effective clauses and motions for consideration and passing of Constitution Amendment Bills.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
A 2/3 majority is required for Constitution Amendment Bills.
Under Article 368 of the Indian Constitution, the process of amending the Constitution requires a "Special Majority".
Two Conditions for a Special Majority:
The following two conditions must be met in each House (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) for a Constitution Amendment Bill to be passed:
Majority of the total membership of the House: Support of more than 50% of the total membership of the House.
Majority of the members present and voting: Support of at least two-thirds (2/3) of the members present at the time of voting.