Q. Consider the following statements:

1. Countries with large size and much diversity usually prefer to have two houses of the national legislature.
2. A bicameral legislature makes it possible to have every decision reconsidered.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2 are correct, but statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1
Notes: Both statements are correct, but statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1. Bicameral legislatures are generally favored in diverse and large countries to ensure representation for various regions and sections. While a bicameral system allows for decisions to be reconsidered, this is not the primary reason for its adoption in such countries.