Section 32 of The Faridabad Development Corporation Act, 1956
It is hereby declared that the office of the member of the Corporation shall not disqualify its holder for being chosen as, or for being, a member of either House of Parliament.
Summary
- Serving as a member of the Faridabad Development Corporation does not disqualify a person from being a Member of Parliament.
- A member of the Corporation can be chosen as a member of either House of Parliament (Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha).
- A person can simultaneously hold office as a member of the Corporation and as a Member of Parliament.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Does this rule apply to both Houses of Parliament?
Yes, it applies to being chosen as, or being, a member of either House of Parliament.
2. Does a person need to resign from the Corporation before contesting a parliamentary election?
No, because holding this office is legally declared not to be a disqualification for Parliament.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 32 of The Faridabad Development Corporation Act, 1956, what is the effect of holding the office of a member of the Corporation on parliamentary membership?
Q2.Which houses of the legislature does Section 32 of The Faridabad Development Corporation Act, 1956 cover?
Q3.If a sitting Member of Parliament is appointed to the Corporation, what happens to their seat in Parliament under Section 32 of The Faridabad Development Corporation Act, 1956?
Q4.How does Section 32 of The Faridabad Development Corporation Act, 1956 protect a Corporation member who wants to run for election?