Which of the following statements correctly applies the weighted voting mechanism under Article 279A(9) of the Indian Constitution?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. The States collectively have twice the voting weight of the Centre in the GST Council.
Under Article 279A(9), the GST Council follows a specific weighted voting formula to ensure cooperative federalism. The Central Government holds one-third (33.33%) of the total votes cast, while all State Governments combined hold two-thirds (66.67%) of the weightage. For any decision to pass, a three-fourths (75%) majority of the weighted votes of the members present and voting is mandatory. This structure ensures that neither the Centre nor the States can pass a resolution unilaterally without the other's cooperation.