What legislative mechanism is constitutionally required in Belgium to amend the boundaries or competences of Communities and Regions?
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Correct answer: C. A special majority law requiring a two-thirds overall majority and majorities in both linguistic groups
Answer: A special majority law requiring a two-thirds overall majority and majorities in both linguistic groups. Why not the others: A simple majority cannot alter community or regional competences; royal decrees cannot supersede constitutional competence divisions; nationwide referendums are not used in Belgium's constitutional amending process.
- Step 1: Article 4 of the Constitution protects minority rights against simple majoritarian dominance.
- Step 2: Special majority laws (bijzondere wetten / lois spéciales) require a majority of votes within both the Dutch-speaking and French-speaking linguistic groups in each chamber, plus a two-thirds overall majority.
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