Q. Consider the following statements about National Emergency:

1. While a resolution for disapproval of national emergency has to be passed only by Lok Sabha, a resolution for continuation of emergency must be passed by both the Houses
2. While a resolution for disapproval can be passed by simple majority, a resolution for continuation of emergency requires special majority

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 & 2
Notes: Both statements are correct. According to the Constitution of India, while a resolution for disapproval of national emergency has to be passed only by Lok Sabha, a resolution for continuation of emergency must be passed by both the Houses. Additionally, while a resolution for disapproval can be passed by simple majority, a resolution for continuation of emergency requires special majority.

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