Parliament and State Legislatures

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Correct Answer : Option d

Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect because the Constitution of India, specifically Article 170, determines the maximum and minimum number of seats in the Legislative Assemblies of States. The maximum number of seats is fixed at 500, and the minimum at 60, except for smaller states like Sikkim, Goa, Mizoram, and others, which can have fewer than 60 seats. Parliament does not have the power to arbitrarily set these limits but may amend the Constitution to make changes if needed.

Statement 2 is also incorrect because the Constitution of India already specifies the method of filling seats in state legislative assemblies. Article 170 and related provisions outline the method of direct election by the people for the seats in the Legislative Assemblies. Neither Parliament nor State Assemblies have the power to alter these methods without a constitutional amendment.