Q. As per Article 368 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament (may) amend any provision of the Constitution by way of:
1. Addition
2. Variation
3. Repeal
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Correct answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
Question from UPSC Prelims 2024 GS Paper
Explanation:
Article 368
Let’s break down Article 368 of the Constitution of India, which deals with the power of Parliament to amend the Constitution:
1. Addition: Parliament can add new provisions to the Constitution. This allows for the incorporation of new articles, clauses, or schedules to address evolving needs or situations not originally covered in the Constitution.
2. Variation: Parliament can vary existing provisions of the Constitution. This means they can modify, alter, or change the existing text to better suit current requirements or to clarify ambiguities.
3. Repeal: Parliament has the power to repeal or remove existing provisions of the Constitution if they are deemed no longer necessary or relevant.
Article 368 specifically states:
“Notwithstanding anything in this Constitution, Parliament may in exercise of its constituent power amend by way of addition, variation or repeal any provision of this Constitution in accordance with the procedure laid down in this article.”
Therefore, the correct answer is (d) 1, 2 and 3, as Parliament can amend the Constitution by way of addition, variation, and repeal.