Practice Special majority - 3.1.2 | Chapter 7: The Indian Constitution | ICSE Class 12 Political Science
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a special majority?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how many members need to agree.

Question 2

Easy

Name an amendment that required a special majority.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the significant amendments we've discussed.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is required for a special majority in Parliament?

  • Simple majority
  • Two-thirds of members present and voting
  • Majority of the total strength

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the specific numbers involved in legislative votes.

Question 2

True or False: The 42nd Amendment was passed with a special majority.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on the amendments that we discussed in class.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of having a special majority requirement for constitutional amendments. Discuss in groups of three.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider both sides of how this affects governance.

Question 2

Create a case where an amendment could be successfully passed with a special majority but might face challenges without it. Discuss those challenges.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about public opinion and the interests of various groups.

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