Question

For the creation of a new state in India, the amendment of the Constitution will require _________________.

• A. simple majority in the Parliament
• B. simple majority in the Parliament and approval of majority of states
• C. two-third majority in the Parliament
• D. two-third majority in each house of Parliament and approval of majority of states

Answer 1

The correct option is A simple majority in the Parliament

The provisions for creating new states and altering the boundaries of the state are given in Article 2-4 of the Indian Constitution. A simple majority of the Parliament is required for the creation of a new state.