Which of the following are matters on DD which a constitutional amendment is possible only with the ratification of the legislature of not less than one-half of the states ?
- Election of the President.
- Representation of States in Parliament.
- Any of the lists in the 7th Schedule.
- Abolition of the Legislative Council of a State.
Choose the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation:
Article 368 specifies matters requiring ratification by not less than one-half of state legislatures for constitutional amendments.
✅ Statement 1 – Correct: Election of the President (Article 54, 55) affects federal structure; changes require state ratification.
✅ Statement 2 – Correct: Representation of States in Parliament (Chapter I of Part V) directly impacts state interests; requires state consent.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: Changes to any of the Lists in the Seventh Schedule (Union, State, Concurrent Lists) alter Centre-State power distribution; needs ratification.
❌ Statement 4 – Incorrect: Abolition of Legislative Council (Article 169) requires only state resolution + simple Parliamentary majority; not a constitutional amendment needing state ratification.
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