Which of the following statements are correct about the Constitution of India?
- Powers of the Municipalities are given in Part IX A of the Constitution.
- Emergency provisions are given in Part XVIII of the Constitution.
- Provisions related to the amendment of the Constitution are given in Part XX of the Constitution.
Select the answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation:
- Statement 1:Powers of the Municipalities are given in Part IX A of the Constitution.
- Statement 2:Emergency provisions are given in Part XVIII of the Constitution.
- Statement 3:Provisions related to the amendment of the Constitution are given in Part XX of the Constitution.
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- Part IXA: The Municipalities
- Introduction: Added by the 74th Amendment Act, 1992.
- Articles: 243P to 243ZG.
- Types of Municipalities: Nagar Panchayat, Municipal Council, and Municipal Corporation.
- Functions: Urban planning, regulation of land use, water supply, public health, and more.
- Finance: State legislatures can authorize municipalities to levy taxes and receive grants.
- Part XVIII: Emergency Provisions
- Introduction: Contains provisions for handling emergencies.
- Articles: 352 to 360.
- Types of Emergencies: National Emergency (Article 352), State Emergency (Article 356), and Financial Emergency (Article 360).
- Effects: Alters the distribution of powers between the center and states, impacts fundamental rights, and modifies financial arrangements.
- Part XX: Amendment of the Constitution
- Introduction: Governs the process of amending the Constitution.
- Article: 368.
- Types of Amendments: By simple majority, by special majority, and by special majority with ratification by half of the state legislatures.
- Scope: Ensures the Constitution remains adaptable while preserving its fundamental principles.
