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Which of the following provisions can be amended by simple majority of the Parliament?

Citizenship — acquisition and termination
Delimitation of constituencies
Representation of states in Rajya Sabha
Administration of Union Territories

  1. 1, 2 and 4 only
  2. 1 and 3 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. All of the above

Answer:

Option A: 1, 2 and 4 only

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “1, 2 and 4 only”.

Provisions related to citizenship, delimitation, and Union Territories can be amended by simple majority. Representation of states in Rajya Sabha affects the federal structure and requires a constitutional amendment under Article 368.