2 Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations · 2.2.2 Parliament

2.2.2.2 Membership of Parliament: qualifications, disqualification and office of profit

The Constitution sets the basic qualifications and disqualifications for MPs; the Representation of the People Act adds the details. A seat can also fall vacant through double membership, resignation or long absence.

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  • Advanced level
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Key terms

  • qualifications
  • disqualification
  • office of profit
  • double membership
  • vacation of seats
  • Article 103
  • Lily Thomas
  • Jaya Bachchan

What this note covers

  1. Core factsFoundation
  2. ExplainedStandard
  3. DeeperAdvanced
  4. Mains writingMains writing
  5. Common trapsFoundation
  6. Quick revisionFoundation

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