11th NCERT Political Science Part 2 Chapter 9

– Dissatisfaction with the Constitution among the public

– Principle of public opinion governing decision-making behind parliamentary majority【4:0†source】.

– Amending procedure based on broad support among political parties and parliamentarians【4:0†source】.

– Ratification by States required for amendments related to distribution of powers between States and the central government【4:0†source】.

– Federal nature of the Constitution ensuring the protection of States' powers and participation in the amendment process【4:0†source】.

– Principles of special majority and people's participation in the amendment processes in modern constitutions【4:0†source】.

– Constitution as a living document requiring modifications according to the needs of the time【4:2†source】.

– Constitution's amendment procedure highlighting the importance of elected representatives making final decisions【4:2†source】.

– Requirement for special majority in both Houses of Parliament for constitutional amendments【4:1†source】.

– Amendments in modern constitutions requiring special majority and people's participation【4:3†source】.

– Balance between flexibility and rigidity in the Indian Constitution's amendment process【4:3†source】.

– Classification of amendments into technical or administrative, clarificatory, and substantial modifications【4:4†source】.

– Criticism of the number of amendments to the Indian Constitution and the need for modifications over time【4:4†source】.