2018 · Q57
A person is disqualified for being chosen as, and for being, a Member of either House of the Parliament if the person
- 1holds any office of profit under the Government of India or the Government of any State other than an office declared by the Parliament by law not to disqualify its holder.
- 2is an undischarged insolvent.
- 3is so disqualified under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution of India.
- 4is of unsound mind and stands so declared by a competent Court.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- A1, 2 and 4 only
- B1, 2, 3 and 4
- C3 and 4 only
- D1, 2 and 3 only
Explanation
Article 102(1) disqualifies a person who holds an office of profit, is of unsound mind, is an undischarged insolvent, or is disqualified under any law — which includes the Tenth Schedule (defection). All four conditions stated are therefore grounds for disqualification.