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Membership of Parliament

Subject: Polity

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Membership of Parliament

To qualify for membership in either House of Parliament, a candidate must be a citizen of India and meet criteria regarding age and voter registration as stipulated in Article 84. Lok Sabha candidates must be at least 25 years old, whereas Rajya Sabha candidates must be at least 30.

The eligibility requirements ensure that members possess the maturity and commitment necessary to represent the public interest at the national level.

Summary

A comprehensive review of the eligibility criteria for membership in Parliament under Article 84.