Which of the following are involved in the amendment of the Indian Constitution? In what way are they involved?
Voters
Voters are NOT involved in the amendment process. The context states that 'Elected representatives alone have the power to amend the Constitution.'
President of India
President of India is involved in giving assent to amendment bills. However, the President cannot send back an amendment bill for reconsideration of Parliament.
State Legislatures
State Legislatures are involved for certain amendments. Some amendments require 'special majority of the Parliament and consent of half of the State legislatures.'
Parliament
Parliament is the primary body involved. All amendments are initiated only in Parliament and require a special majority of both houses.
Governors
Governors are NOT involved in the amendment process as per the provided context.
Judiciary
Judiciary is indirectly involved. It 'cannot initiate the process of constitutional amendment but can effectively change the Constitution by interpreting it differently.'
Explanation
The question asks about the involvement of various bodies in the constitutional amendment process. Based on Article 368 mentioned in the context, Parliament is the primary body that initiates and passes amendments with special majority. For certain amendments, State Legislatures must also give consent. The President gives assent but cannot return the bill. Judiciary interprets the Constitution and thus influences it indirectly. Voters and Governors have no direct role mentioned in the context.