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    Restrictions on the writ jurisdiction of the High Courts under Article 226 of the Constitution is only 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 the 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 Legislature

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    A simple majority of the vote of members present and voting.


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