Article 102 of CoI : Article 102: Disqualifications for membership.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rajesh is a successful businessman and decides to run for a seat in the Lok Sabha (House of the People). However, Rajesh also holds a position as the Chairman of a government-owned corporation. According to Article 102(1)(a), Rajesh is disqualified from being chosen as a member of Parliament because he holds an office of profit under the Government of India. Unless the Parliament declares by law that his specific office does not disqualify its holder, Rajesh cannot contest the election.

Example 2:

Meena is a well-known social worker and wishes to contest for a seat in the Rajya Sabha (Council of States). However, Meena has been declared of unsound mind by a competent court due to a severe mental health condition. According to Article 102(1)(b), Meena is disqualified from being chosen as a member of Parliament because she is of unsound mind and has bee...

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