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A majority is the support of at least two-thirds of the members in the parliament present and voting.

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simple

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special

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partial

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coalition

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The correct option is B special
A special majority is the support of at least two-thirds of the members in parliament present and voting. This is required if the amendment being made is to a Fundamental Right, Directive Principle of State Policy to name a few.

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