Which of the following correctly describes the nature of the Indian Constitution?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Neither rigid nor flexible.
The correct answer is that the Indian Constitution is 'Neither rigid nor flexible.'
It is often described as 'a blend of rigidity and flexibility.'
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Rigid in the sense that some parts of the Constitution require a special procedure to be amended, such as amendments affecting federal provisions or the structure of the Constitution.
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Flexible because the Constitution also allows for certain parts to be amended by a simple majority in Parliament.
Thus, while it’s not as rigid as, say, the U.S. Constitution, it’s also not as flexible as the British Constitution. It’s a mix of both.