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Correct Answer: Option (D) — 1 and 2
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference VerifiedStatements 1 and 2 are correct: Under Article 368(2), an amendment of the Constitution may be initiated only by the introduction of a Bill for the purpose in either House of Parliament (Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha).
Statement 3 is incorrect: State Legislatures cannot initiate any constitutional amendment bill (their role is limited only to ratifying certain amendments under the proviso to Article 368(2)).
Statement 4 is incorrect: The President has no power to initiate constitutional amendments.
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