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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 45

SSC CGL - 12 April 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q45

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Who among the following presidents of India gave assent to the 100th Amendment of the Constitution of India?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Pranab Mukherjee.

Pranab Mukherjee, who assented to the 100th Amendment of the Indian Constitution in 2015 during his presidency (2012–2017). This amendment ratified the India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement (LBA), facilitating the exchange of enclaves and simplifying the border demarcation.

Other Options:

  • Ram Nath Kovind: Assented to amendments like the 101st (GST) and 103rd (10% EWS quota) but not the 100th.

  • Pratibha Patil: Her tenure preceded the 100th Amendment.

  • APJ Abdul Kalam: His presidency ended before the amendment was proposed.

Pranab Mukherjee’s role was pivotal in enacting this historic bilateral agreement.