Parliamentary Powers Under Article 3

The video tutorial discusses Article 3 of the Indian Constitution, which empowers the Parliament to form new states and alter the areas, boundaries, or names of existing states. It explains the process of state formation, including separation and unification of territories. The procedure for introducing bills related to Article 3 is outlined, emphasizing the role of the President and the state legislature. The video concludes with a reminder to practice questions on the Telegram channel.

What does Article 3 of the Indian Constitution empower the Parliament to do?

• Dissolve state assemblies

• Appoint state governors

• Form new states and alter existing ones

• Impose taxes on states

Which of the following is NOT a method for forming a new state under Article 3?

• Uniting any territory with a part of a state

• Separating territory from a state

• Uniting two or more states

• Merging a state with a neighboring country

What can Parliament do to the area of a state under Article 3?

• Increase it

• Neither increase nor decrease

• Decrease it

• Both increase and decrease

Before introducing a bill under Article 3, whose recommendation is required?

• Prime Minister of India

• President of India

• Chief Justice of India

• Governor of the concerned state

Is the opinion of the state legislature binding on the Parliament when altering state boundaries?

• Only if the state agrees

• No, it is not binding

• Only if the President agrees

• Yes, it is binding

In the case of union territories, what is the role of the President regarding bills under Article 3?

• Directly approve the bill

• No need to refer the bill

• Refer the bill to the union territory

• Seek approval from the Chief Minister

What is the first step in the procedure to introduce a bill under Article 3?

• Discussion in the Rajya Sabha

• Recommendation by the President

• Approval by the Prime Minister

• Approval by the state legislature

What happens if a bill under Article 3 is related to a union territory?

• It requires a special majority

• It is referred to the Supreme Court

• It is directly handled by the Parliament

• It must be approved by the union territory

Where can bills related to Article 3 be introduced?

• Only in Lok Sabha

• Only in Rajya Sabha

• In either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha

• Only in a joint session of Parliament

What type of majority is required to pass a bill under Article 3?

• Unanimous vote

• Two-thirds majority

• Absolute majority

• Simple majority