Article 84 of CoI : Article 84: Qualification for membership of Parliament.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rajesh, a 32-year-old Indian citizen, wants to run for a seat in the Lok Sabha (House of the People). He checks the qualifications under Article 84 of the Constitution of India. Since he is over 25 years old, a citizen of India, and willing to take the required oath, he meets the basic qualifications. Rajesh then ensures he meets any additional qualifications prescribed by law, such as not having any criminal convictions that disqualify him from running for office. He submits his nomination and takes the oath before an authorized person from the Election Commission, thereby becoming eligible to contest in the elections.

Example 2:

Priya, a 28-year-old Indian citizen, is interested in becoming a member of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States). She reviews Article 84 and realizes that she does not meet the age requirement of 30 years for the Rajya Sabha. Therefore, she cannot contest for a seat in the Rajya Sabha until she turns 30. However, since she is over 25 years old, she can consider running for a seat in the Lok Sabha instead. Priya decides to wait until she turns 30 to pursue her ambition of joining the Rajya Sabha and in the meantime, she prepares by gaining more experience and understanding the legislative process.

Example 3:

Anil, a 40-year-old Indian citizen, has a criminal record for a serious offense. He wants to run for a seat in the Lok Sabha. While he meets the age and citizenship requirements under Article 84, he checks the additional qualifications prescribed by law. According to the Representation of the People Act, 1951, individuals convicted of certain offenses are disqualified from contesting elections. Anil finds out that his conviction disqualifies him from running for Parliament. Despite meeting the basic qualifications in Article 84, the additional legal disqualifications prevent him from contesting the elections.

Example 4:

Sunita, a 35-year-old Indian citizen, is a well-known social worker and wants to contribute to the nation by becoming a member of the Rajya Sabha. She meets the age and citizenship requirements under Article 84. She takes the required oath before an authorized person from the Election Commission. Additionally, she ensures that she meets all other qualifications prescribed by law, such as not holding an office of profit under the government, which could disqualify her. Sunita successfully files her nomination and campaigns for a seat in the Rajya Sabha.