Question

The Indian constitution is a blend of rigidity and flexibility. In the light of this statement, discuss the various ways in which the Constitution can be amended.

Answer 1

Instructions: Discuss the various ways in which the Indian constitution can be amended.

Solution:

Constitutional Amendment (Article 368)

Simple majority: Approval from more
than 50% of the members of each house of the Parliament

Special majority: Majority of the total membership of each house and a majority of two-thirds of the members of each house present and voting.

Special majority + approval by half the states: Majority of the total membership of each house and a majority of two-thirds of
the members of each house
present and voting + approval by half the states.