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BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 43

If 'One Nation, One Election' is implemented in India, which Article of the Constitution would need amendment?

  1. Article 172
  2. Article 356
  3. Article 246
  4. Article 83
  5. None of the above / More than one of the above
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Answer: (E) None of the above / More than one of the above

Explanation

Simultaneous elections require changes to the terms and dissolution of Lok Sabha and assemblies (Arts. 83, 85, 172, 174, 356).

  • (A) Incorrect

    Wrong: needed (state assembly term), but others too.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: needed (President's rule), but others too.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: distribution of legislative powers; not central to this.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: needed (Lok Sabha term), but others too.

  • (E) Correct

    Correct: Articles 83, 85, 172, 174 and 356 would all need amendment, so more than one option applies.