Under Article 249 of the Constitution, Parliament can legislate on a matter in the State List if the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) passes a resolution supported by:
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Not less than two-thirds of members present and voting
- Step 1: Review Article 249 of the Constitution of India regarding national interest legislation.
- Step 2: If Rajya Sabha declares by resolution supported by not less than two-thirds of the members present and voting that it is necessary in the national interest for Parliament to make laws with respect to any matter in the State List, Parliament becomes competent.
- Step 3: The resolution remains in force for a period not exceeding one year.
Answer
Not less than two-thirds of members present and voting.
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