Article 169(1) states that Parliament may by law provide for the abolition or creation of a Legislative Council if the State Legislative Assembly passes a resolution to that effect by a special majority. The use of the word "may" signifies that the resolution by the State Assembly is a necessary condition for Parliament to act, but it is not a binding obligation on the Union Government or Parliament to introduce or pass such a law. Parliament has the discretion to act or not to act upon the resolution.
Which of the following statements is correct regarding a resolution adopted by a State Legislative Assembly under Article 169 of the Constitution of India for the abolition of the State Legislative Council?
Asked in RPSC RAS Prelims 2021 · Topic: The State Legislature (Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad): Creation, Abolition, Composition, Duration)
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Answer: B. It does not impose an obligation on the Union Government to take action for initiating legislation in Parliament.
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