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Special majority in Indian constitution requires a majority of ________ members present and voting supported by more than 50% of the total strength of the Parliament.

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quarter
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half
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two-third
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three-fourth
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The correct option is C two-third
Special majority as per article 368 requires a majority of 2/3rd members present and voting supported by more than 50% of the total strength of the house. This type of majority is used for most of the Constitutional amendment bills.

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