Q. Which of the following actions require legislation or constitutional amendment by the Parliament of India?

1. Creation of a new state
2. Creation of a new union territory
3. Cessation of a territory
4. Acquisition of a new territory

Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer: Only 1, 2 & 3
Notes: Creation of new states or union territories and cessation of a territory require legislation or constitutional amendment by Parliament under Articles 2-3. Acquisition of a new territory is an inherent attribute of sovereignty and does not mandatorily need explicit legislation or constitutional amendment for inclusion as Indian territory.