Quiz on the Amendment of the Indian Constitution

What does Article 368 of the Indian Constitution deal with?

• The structure of the judiciary

• The powers of Parliament to amend the Constitution

• The rights of citizens

• The powers of the President

Which case ruled that Parliament cannot amend the basic structure of the Constitution?

• Kesavananda Bharati case

• Indira Sawhney case

• Minerva Mills case

• Shayara Bano case

How can an amendment to the Constitution be initiated?

• By a state legislature

• By a bill in either House of Parliament

• By a public referendum

• By a presidential decree

What majority is required for a bill to be passed in each House for an amendment?

• Unanimous consent

• Two-thirds majority

• Simple majority

• Special majority

What happens if there is a disagreement between the two Houses regarding an amendment bill?

• There is no provision for a joint sitting

• A joint sitting is held

• The bill is automatically rejected

• The bill is sent to the President

Which of the following is NOT a type of amendment mentioned in Article 368?

• Amendment by simple majority of Parliament

• Amendment by special majority of Parliament

• Amendment by ratification of all states

• Amendment by special majority and state ratification

What is required for an amendment that seeks to change federal provisions?

• A joint session of Parliament

• A simple majority in the Lok Sabha

• Ratification by half of the state legislatures

• Approval from the President

Which of the following provisions can be amended by a simple majority of Parliament?

• Change in the basic structure

• Amendment of fundamental rights

• Amendment of the Preamble

• Formation of new states

What is the role of the President in the amendment process?

• To veto the bill

• To hold a referendum

• To give assent to the bill

• To propose amendments

Which of the following is NOT included in the provisions that can be amended by a simple majority?

• Amendment of the Constitution's basic structure

• Quorum in Parliament

• Abolition of legislative councils

• Elections to Parliament