Prelims 2024 · Polity and Constitution · Question 4
Which of the following statements are correct about the Constitution of India? 1. Powers of the Municipalities are given in Part IX A of the Constitution. 2. Emergency provisions are given in Part XVIII of the Constitution. 3. Provisions related to the amendment of the Constitution are given in Part XX of the Constitution. Select the answer using the code given below:
Answer
1, 2 and 3
1. Correct. Municipalities are covered under Part IX-A (Articles 243P to 243ZG). Their powers, authority and responsibilities are provided there, especially under Article 243W.
2. Correct. Emergency provisions are contained in Part XVIII of the Constitution (Articles 352 to 360).
3. Correct. Provisions relating to amendment of the Constitution are in Part XX, mainly under Article 368.
Hence, all three statements are correct.