Which of the following statements with regard to the creation of a new state or alteration of boundaries of states is/are correct?
1. An amendment has to be moved in the Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution of India
. 2. Ratification by one half of the states is necessary after the amendment is made by the Parliament.
3. The legislation can be passed by a simple majority of both Houses of Parliament. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Options

A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 only
C. 3 only
D. 2 and 3 only