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Consider the following statements regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council:1.It is a statutory body established under the provisions of the Reserve Bank of India Act.2.Its recommendations require a three-fourths weighted majority of members present and voting.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 only
B Neither 1 nor 2
C Both 1 and 2
D 2 only

Correct answer: (d) 2 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect because the GST Council is a constitutional body established under Article 279A, not a statutory body under the RBI Act. Statement 2 is correct as GST Council recommendations require a three-fourths weighted majority of the members present and voting.

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