Constitution of India
ARTICLES
PART V: THE UNION
CHAPTER I: THE EXECUTIVE
The President and Vice-President
Article 59: Conditions of President's office.
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Explanation using examples
Example 1:
Scenario: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, a member of the Rajya Sabha, is elected as the President of India.
Application of Article 59(1): Upon being elected as the President, Dr. Kalam must vacate his seat in the Rajya Sabha. This means he can no longer serve as a member of the Rajya Sabha from the da