Which amendment of the Indian Constitution ceased the recognition granted to…
2021
Which amendment of the Indian Constitution ceased the recognition granted to rulers of Indian states and abolished privy purses?
- A.
26
- B.
38
- C.
21
- D.
15
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Correct answer: A
The correct answer is the 26th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1971. This amendment omitted Articles 291 and 362 and inserted Article 363A, ending the recognition of rulers of former Indian states and abolishing privy purses. Therefore, option 26 is correct.