How is the Irish Constitution amended?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. By a referendum in which a majority of the voters approve a proposal passed by both Houses
- Step 1: The Constitution can only be changed by the people. Step 2. A proposal passes the Oireachtas and is then put to a referendum. Answer: a referendum. Why not the others: neither the Taoiseach, the judges nor councils can amend it alone.
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