Which body has the power to amend the Basic Law?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. The National People's Congress
Article 159 vests the power of amendment in the National People's Congress.
Answer: The National People's Congress.
Why not the others: The Legislative Council: it can only propose amendments through the process in Article 159. The Court of Final Appeal: it is not an amending body. The Executive Council: it is not an amending body.
Answer: The National People's Congress.
Why not the others: The Legislative Council: it can only propose amendments through the process in Article 159. The Court of Final Appeal: it is not an amending body. The Executive Council: it is not an amending body.
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