Which one of the following statements is incorrect?

Correct option is D

The incorrect statement is (d). While the Rajya Sabha does have the power to declare a subject in the State List to be of national importance, the resolution requires a 2/3rd majority of the members present and voting, not the total strength of the Rajya Sabha. This provision is under Article 249 of the Indian Constitution and empowers the Parliament to legislate on a state subject if it is deemed of national importance.
Information Booster:
1. Article 245 grants Parliament legislative power over the whole territory of India and allows for extra-territorial legislation.
2. Article 246 divides legislative subjects into three lists: Union, State, and Concurrent Lists.
3. Article 249 empowers Parliament to legislate on State List subjects in national interest upon Rajya Sabha's resolution.
4. Resolutions in Rajya Sabha under Article 249 require a 2/3rd majority of members present and voting, not the total strength.