SHORT ANSWER:
Certain legal procedures in the Lok Sabha require a two-thirds majority for passage.
DETAILS:
- Amending the Constitution requires a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament.
- Passing a motion of no confidence against the government also requires a two-thirds majority.
- Certain resolutions, such as those related to the disqualification of a member under the Tenth Schedule, may require a two-thirds majority.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Failure to achieve a two-thirds majority can result in the motion or amendment not being passed.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 368 and Tenth Schedule.
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