NDA inches towards two-thirds majority in Rajya Sabha; short in Lok Sabha despite TMC rebellion
The NDA is approaching a two-thirds majority in the Rajya Sabha following political shifts and potential defections from the Trinamool Congress. Despite these gains, the alliance remains significantly short of the required threshold to pass constitutional amendments in the Lok Sabha.
Why it matters
Achieving a two-thirds majority is critical for the ruling coalition to enact major constitutional changes, which would significantly alter the legislative landscape in India.
Rebellion in Trinamool Congress is set to boost NDA numbers in Parliament as it strives for a two-thirds majority in both Houses to help pass crucial Constitutional Amendment Bills .
The article reports on parliamentary arithmetic and political maneuvering without taking a partisan stance on the outcomes.
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