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SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 96

SSC CPO - 05 Oct 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q96

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How many types of the amendment are mentioned by the Indian Constitution as per Article 368?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Two.

As per Article 368 of the Indian Constitution, there are three types of amendments:

  1. Amendments can be passed by a simple majority of the members present and voting in each house of Parliament.
  2. Amendments that require a special majority, which includes a majority of the total membership of each house of Parliament as well as a two-thirds majority of the members present and voting.
  3. Amendments that require a special majority as well as ratification by at least half of the state legislatures.