If the name of a state in India needs to be changed, then: 1. Prior recommendation of the President is not necessary to introduce such a bill in the parliament. 2. Consent of the state legislature concerned is not required for such a bill. 3. The bill can be passed by a simple majority of the parliament. How many statements given above are correct?

Correct Answer:

B. Only two

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: A bill for altering the name or boundary of a state can be introduced in Parliament only with the prior recommendation of the President. Statement 2 is correct: The President must refer the bill to the state legislature for its views, but Parliament is not bound by these views. The consent of the state is not required. Statement 3 is correct: Such laws under Article 3 can be passed by a simple majority and are not considered constitutional amendments under Article 368.