Polity
2016
Union and State
State Legislature
Parliament Structure
Federalism in India
The Parliament of India acquires the power to legislate on any item in the State List in the national interest if a resolution to that effect is passed by the
A.LokSabha by a simple majority of its total membership
C.Rajya Sabha by a simple majority of its total membership
D.Rajya Sabha by a majority of not less than two-thirds of its members present and voting
B.LokSabha by a majority of not less than two-thirds of its total membership
Correct Answer: Option D
If Rajya Sabha approves a resolution with special majority and declares that a subject is of national interest, the Parliament can make a law on the particular subject in the state list (7th Schedule).
Source: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
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