UPSC Indian Polity and Civics The Indian Constitution Question Bank Amendment of the Constitution

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    Restriction of the writ jurisdiction of the High Courts under Article 226 of the Constitution is possible through:

    A)  An amendment of the Constitution passed by two-third majority of members present and voting and a majority of the total membership of each House of Parliament.

    B)  An amendment of the Constitution passed by a simple majority of members present and voting in both Houses of Parliament.

    C)  An amendment of the Constitution passed by two-third majority of members present and voting, and a majority of the total membership of each House of Parliament together with th ratification of half of the State Legislatures.

    D)  An amendment of the Constitution passed by two-third majority of members present and voting and a majority of the total membership of each House of Parliament together with the ratification of three quarters of the State Legislatures.

    Correct Answer: C


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