Paper-GS2

Subject-Polity 

On what grounds a people’s representative can be disqualified under the representation of people act, 1951? Also, mention the remedies available to such a person against his disqualification?

जनप्रतिनिधित्व अधिनियम, 1951 के तहत किन आधारों पर किसी जनप्रतिनिधि को अयोग्य ठहराया जा सकता है? साथ ही, ऐसे व्यक्ति को उसकी अयोग्यता के विरुद्ध उपलब्ध उपायों का भी उल्लेख करें?
(150 words)

Structure for Answering the Question

Introduction

• Start by explaining the Representation of the People Act, 1951 and its significance in India's electoral system.

Body

• Grounds for Disqualification
• Remedies Against Disqualification

Conclusion

• Summarize the importance of disqualification grounds to uphold democratic processes.