What type of majority is required to pass laws under Articles 2 and 3, as per Article 4(2) in Indian parliament?

Correct option is D

S. Ans. (D) Simple majority

Sol.

• According to Article 4(2) of the Indian Constitution, laws under Articles 2 (admission or establishment of new states) and 3 (alteration of boundaries or names of states) can be passed by a simple majority in both Houses of Parliament.
• A simple majority means that the law is passed by a majority of the members present and voting in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, without needing the complex thresholds of a special or two-thirds majority.

The correct answer is (D) Simple majority.

Information Booster:

• A simple majority is the most basic type of majority, requiring only more votes in favor than against, among those who are present and voting.
• This applies to alterations in state boundaries, names, or the admission of new states, which does not require a more complex majority.
• Simple majority allows for quick amendments or decisions concerning the union of states.