Question

Which of the following event(s) leads to a vacant seat in the Parliament?

(Note: The question can have multiple correct options)

[2 marks]

• A. When a member remains absent from the Parliamentary sessions for more than 20 days.
• B. When a member is qualified for the seat.
• C. When a member voluntarily resigns by writing a letter to the Presiding Officer.
• D. When a member remains absent from the Parliament sessions for more than 60 days without permission.

Answer 1

Answer: (C), (D)

When a member remains absent from the Parliament sessions for more than 60 days without permission.

The seats can fall vacant in the Parliament. This can happen in multiple ways: 1) If a member voluntarily resigns by writing a letter to the Presiding Officer of the House. 2) If a member remains absent from the Parliament sessions for more than 60 days, without permission. 3) If a member is disqualified.