History & Civics
Mr. Patil was not found eligible for the election as the Vice-President of India even though he had the qualifications of being a citizen of India and not being a member of the Parliament and State Legislature. On what ground was he disqualified?
- For being above the age of thirty-five.
- For being qualified as a member of the Council of States.
- For holding any office of profit under the Centre or the State government.
- All of the above.
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For holding any office of profit under the Centre or the State government.
Reason — A person shall not be eligible for election as Vice-President if he/she holds any office of profit under the Government of India or Government of any State or under any local or other authority subject to the control of any of the said Governments.
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