With reference to the provisions relating to the alteration of States in India, consider the following statements: 1. Under Article 3 of the Constitution, Parliament can alter the name, area or boundaries of an existing State by law. 2. A Bill for this purpose can be introduced in either House of Parliament only on the recommendation of the President. 3. The views of the concerned State Legislature on such a Bill are binding on Parliament. Which of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the provisions relating to the alteration of States in India, consider the following statements:
1.Under Article 3 of the Constitution, Parliament can alter the name, area or boundaries of an existing State by law.
2.A Bill for this purpose can be introduced in either House of Parliament only on the recommendation of the President.
3.The views of the concerned State Legislature on such a Bill are binding on Parliament.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: Article 3 empowers Parliament to alter the name, area or boundaries of States. Such a Bill requires the President’s recommendation for introduction. Where a State is affected, its Legislature is given an opportunity to express its views; however, these views are not binding on Parliament.

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