Multiple choice

How many states are required to ratify certain amendments to the constitution?

  1. No less than half the number

  2. Three-fourth of the number

  3. At least 10 states

  4. All states in some cases
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Explanation

Under Article 368, certain constitutional amendments (those affecting federal structure or requiring ratification) need ratification by at least half of the state legislatures. This means no less than half the states must approve. The required majority in Parliament for such amendments is two-thirds, but the threshold for states is simply 'half'.

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