Multiple choice

What do we mean by entrenched provisions of a Constitution?

  1. Pre-colonial norms which have been retained in the Constitution

  2. Those provisions which cannot be amended

  3. Provisions with regard to which law making power has been delegated to the executive

  4. Provisions related to the federal structure of Indian Constitution
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B Correct answer
Explanation

An entrenched clause or entrenchment clause of a basic law or constitution is a provision which makes certain amendments either more difficult or impossible, i.e. inadmissible. It may require a form of supermajority, a referendum submitted to the people, or the consent of another party. Hence, correct answer is option 2.

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