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Article 191 of CoI : Article 191: Disqualifications for membership.

Constitution of India

ARTICLES

PART VI: THE STATES

CHAPTER III: THE STATE LEGISLATURE

Disqualifications of Members

Article 191: Disqualifications for membership.

Explanation using examples

Example 1:

Rajesh is a successful businessman who decides to run for a seat in the Legislative Assembly of Maharashtra. However, Rajesh also holds a position as the Chairman of a government-owned corporation. According to Article 191(1)(a) of the Constitution of India, Rajesh is disqualified from being chosen as a member of the Legislative Assembly because he holds an office of profit