Indian Polity • Parliament & ExecutiveHard
Analyze the interplay between Parliament and state legislative powers under Article 371F: Can Parliament amend provisions specifically applicable to Sikkim without consulting state legislative bodies?
A. Parliament has unfettered unilateral power without any constitutional consultation requirement
B. Certain provisions under Article 371F require concurrence or specific procedural safeguards reflecting the terms of the historic merger agreements✓ Correct Answer
C. Any amendment requires a unanimous vote in the Sikkim Legislative Assembly before introduction in Lok Sabha
D. Only the Supreme Court can initiate changes to state-specific constitutional clauses
💡 Solution & Explanation
While Parliament holds constituent power under Article 368, the unique historical pacts and clauses embedded in Article 371F for Sikkim entail specific procedural safeguards and protections for local laws, land rights, and electoral arrangements, making unilateral alterations legally contentious. The special provisions were formulated to honor the conditions under which Sikkim integrated into the Union. Constitutional experts emphasize that these clauses form part of the delicate federal balance.
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