Examine the legal mechanics of constitutional amendments under Article 368: 1. A constitutional amendment bill can be introduced in either House of Parliament, but never in a State Legislature. 2. Ratification by at least half of the state legislatures by a simple majority is required for amendments that alter the federal provisions of the Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

💡 Solution & Explanation

Article 368 prescribes that a constitutional amendment bill can originate only in either House of Parliament and not in state legislatures. Furthermore, provisions affecting the federal structure require special majority in Parliament plus ratification by half of the state legislatures. Incorrect statements fail to capture this dual requirement. Article 368 does not require prior presidential permission for introducing an amendment bill.