GK Question

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The President can withhold assent to a Constitutional Amendment Bill passed by Parliament.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: False

Article 368(2): President 'shall give his assent' to Constitutional Amendment Bill duly passed by Parliament (and ratified by States if required). No discretionary power to withhold assent or return for reconsideration. Ensures that once Parliament (and States) approve amendment per procedure, it becomes law without executive veto.

Topic Constitutional Amendments - Presidential Assent
Exam Relevance Presidential role in amendments question for UPSC Prelims and SSC CGL Tier-2
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