Multiple choice

According to the Indian Constitution, which majority is required if switchover from the present federal structure to the unitary one is to be made?

  1. A simple majority of the members of the Parliament

  2. A special procedure in Parliament and ratification by a majority of States in the Indian Union

  3. A two-third majority of the total membership of the Parliament

  4. A two-third majority of members present and voting, provided it is not less than majority of the total members
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The federal structure is a basic feature of the Indian Constitution. To alter it substantially (such as switching from federal to unitary), the special procedure under Article 368 would be required - a two-thirds majority in Parliament PLUS ratification by at least half of the state legislatures. This double majority requirement ensures that states cannot be stripped of their powers without their consent.

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