Question

Why did the constitution framers make provisions of amendments in Indian constitution by the passage of time

Answer 1

It is not only a sacred document, that is a framework for democratic governance but also an instrument that may require modifications. Accordingly, there are three methods of amendment.


Procedures of Amendment


(1) By Simple Majority - Certain provisions of the Constitution can easily be changed by passing the Amendment Bill by simple majority which means the bill should be approved by a majority of the members present and voting in both the Houses of the Parliament.


(2) By Special Majority - The Amendment Bill shall have to be approved by the both Houses of the Parliament by (i) absolute majority of total membership and (ii) two - thirds majority of members present and voting. Most of the provisions of our constitution are amended by this method.



(3) Special Majority and Ratification - After the bill is passed by Special Majority in both the Houses of the Parliament, it may be approved by the legislatures of at least half of the total number of states.


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