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Criteria to Be an MLA

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I am a 20 year old Indian citizen. Which of the following statements is true regarding my prospects of eligibility to contest in Legislative Assembly election?

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I can contest the legislative assembly election and become an MLA.

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I have to be an overseas citizen of India to contest in elections.

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I am not allowed to contest elections.

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I have to finish my degree before contesting an election.

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Solution

The correct option is D I have to finish my degree before contesting an election.
There are no educational qualification criteria to become an MLA. The candidate should be an Indian citizen. The candidate should be at least 25 years old. People younger than 25 are not allowed to contest in an election.

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