Question

Which one of the following provisions can be amended by a simple majority in the
parliament?
(A) Provisions relating to Executive power of the union
(B) Provisions relating to Executive power of the state
(C) Provisions rela ting to constitution of a High Court for Umon Territory
(D) Provisions rela ting to composition of the legislative councils of the state

Answer 1

Special majority as per article 368 requires a majority of 2/3rd members present and voting supported by more than 50% of the total strength of the house. This type of majority is used for most of the Constitutional amendment bills.