Constitutional Amendment Proposal Process

Very Hard Unit 1: Foundations Of Democracy Amendment Process

In the United States, the Constitution outlines a specific process for amending its text. This process serves to ensure that changes reflect broad consensus within society and government. Understanding the complexity of this process is crucial for comprehending the dynamics of federalism and democratic governance. Which of the following best describes the method by which an amendment to the Constitution can be proposed?

An amendment can be proposed either by a two-thirds vote in both houses of Congress or by a convention called for by two-thirds of the state legislatures.

An amendment can only be proposed by a majority vote in either house of Congress.

An amendment can be proposed solely by state legislatures without any involvement from Congress.

An amendment can be proposed exclusively through a national referendum initiated by the President.

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