Consider the following statements 1 The Constitution of India empowers the Parliament to form new St...........

Indian Polity (NDA) Indian Polity

Consider the following statements :

1. The Constitution of India empowers the Parliament to form new States and to alter the areas, boundaries or names of existing States by passing a resolution in simple majority.

2. Jammu and Kashmir has been given special status under Article-370 of the Constitution of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only 1

Only 2

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Parliament can form new states, alter the area, boundaries or names of existing States by passing a law by simple majority. This bill can be introduced in either house on recommendation of the President.
Article-370 grants special autonomous Status to Jammu and Kashmir. It is a part of Part-XXI of the Constitution.