Which one of the following statements about a Bill for Amendment of the Constitution of India is <strong>not</strong> correct?
- A. It is governed by Article 368(2) of the Constitution of India.
- B. Joint sitting can be resorted to for passing a Bill amending the Constitution of India. ✓
- C. The State Legislatures cannot initiate any Bill or proposal for amendment of the Constitution of India.
- D. The previous sanction of the President of India is not required for introducing any Bill in the Parliament for amendment of the Constitution of India.
Correct Answer: B. Joint sitting can be resorted to for passing a Bill amending the Constitution of India.
Explanation
Article 368 does not provide for a joint sitting of both houses in case of a deadlock over a Constitutional Amendment Bill; it must be passed by each house separately with a special majority.
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