Consider the following statements: 1. A bill amending the Constitution requires a prior recommendation of…
Consider the following statements: 1. A bill amending the Constitution requires a prior recommendation of the President of India. 2. When a Constitution Amendment Bill is presented to the President of India, it is obligatory for the President of India to give his/her assent. 3. A Constitution Amendment Bill must be passed by both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha by a special majority and there is no provision for joint sitting. Which of the statements given above are correct?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
Solution
1 incorrect: No prior recommendation of President is required for constitutional amendment bills. 2 correct: After 24th Amendment, President's assent is obligatory. 3 correct: Must pass with special majority in both Houses; no joint sitting provision under Art 368.