ICSE Class 10 Answered

When does a seat become vacant in either house of the Parliament?

Asked by Topperlearning User | 02 May, 2016, 11:00: AM

Expert Answer

A seat can become vacant in either house of Parliament in the following situations:

If a member resigns from the House or vacates his/her seat simply by writing to the Speaker or the Chairman indicating about him vacating the seat.
If a member is absent from the House without permission for a period of 60 days.
If a member is disqualified on the grounds of defection according to norms laid down under the Anti-Defection Law.
If a member is subjected to any of the disqualifications laid down by the Constitution or an Act of Parliament.
If a person is a member of the State Legislature and is elected to the Parliament.

Answered by | 02 May, 2016, 01:00: PM