USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Part-xx Article 368 (1) of the Constitution of India grants constituent power to make formal amendments and empowers Parliament to amend the Constitution by way of addition, variation or repeal of any provision according to the procedure laid down therein, which is different from the procedure for ordinary legislation.

Detailed explanation-2: -A formal amendment is the introduction of changes to the constitution’s text. A formal amendment occurs when it is deemed important to make amends to the constitution. Informal amendments target the interpretations of the specific clause.

Detailed explanation-3: -The 42nd Amendment granted power to the President, in consultation with the Election Commission, to disqualify members of State Legislatures. Prior to the Amendment, this power was power vested in the Governor of the State.

Detailed explanation-4: -Constituent power of Parliament An amendment bill must be passed by each House of the Parliament by a majority of the total membership of that House when at least two-thirds of the members are present and voting.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth) Amendment Bill, 2006 proposes to insert a new part IX B in the Constitution (adding Articles 243ZH through 243ZT), which provides for incorporation, regulation and winding up of co-operative societies.