Question
Download Solution PDFWhat is the minimum age required to become a member of the Lok Sabha?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is 25 years.
Key Points
- Article 84:-
- It deals with the qualifications for membership of Parliament.
- The minimum age required to become a member of the Lok Sabha is 25 years.
- This is stated in Article 84(b) of the Constitution of India.
- In addition to the age requirement, there are a few other qualifications that must be met in order to be eligible to become a member of the Lok Sabha. These include:
- Being a citizen of India
- Not being an undischarged insolvent
- Not being of unsound mind
- Not being convicted of any criminal offense involving moral turpitude
Additional Information
|
Posts |
Minimum age for elections in years |
|
President |
35 |
|
Governor |
35 |
|
Rajya Sabha member |
30 |
|
Lok Sabha member |
25 |
|
Member of legislative assembly (MLA) |
25 |
|
Member of legislative council (MLC) |
30 |
Last updated on Jul 8, 2025
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