Consider the following statements: 1. An amendment of the Constitution of India can be initiated by the introduction of a Bill only in the Lok Sabha. 2. The Bill for amendment of the Constitution of India has to be passed in each House by a majority of the total membership of that House and by a majority of not less than two-third of the members of that House present and voting. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A.  Only 1  
• B.  Only 2
• C.  Both 1 and 2    
• D.  Neither 1 nor 2