2015 · Q85
Which one of the following statements about the process of the Parliament to make new States is not correct?
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- AThe Parliament may by law form a new State and alter the boundaries or names of existing States.
- BA Bill to this effect cannot be introduced in the Parliament except on the recommendation of the President.
- CA Bill to this effect may be referred by the President to the Legislature of the affected State.
- DSuch a law will fall under the purview of Article 368.
Explanation
Under Articles 3 and 4, Parliament may form new states and alter boundaries or names by a simple majority; such a Bill requires the President's recommendation and may be referred by the President to the affected state's legislature. Crucially, Article 4(2) expressly provides that such laws are not deemed constitutional amendments for the purposes of Article 368. Hence statement D is the incorrect one.