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What is the meaning of special majority in Polity and Governance?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Half majority of total members of only the upper House
  2. A majority of more than 50% members of the House and a majority of two-thirds of the members of each House present and voting
  3. A majority of two-thirds of the members of House
  4. A majority of less than two-thirds of the members and voting

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: A majority of more than 50% members of the House and a majority of two-thirds of the members of each House present and voting

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. A majority of more than 50% members of the House and a majority of two-thirds of the members of each House present and voting šŸ“š Explanation: A 'special majority' is required for amending the Constitution under Article 368. It involves two conditions: a majority of the total membership and a two-thirds majority of those present and voting. This high threshold ensures that fundamental changes to the law have broad support. It is more difficult to achieve than a simple majority (50% of those present).