The concept of 'Office of Profit' is not defined in the Constitution but has been subject to judicial interpretation. Parliament has the power to exempt certain offices through legislation (like the 1959 Act) from being considered offices of profit for disqualification purposes.
Consider the following statements: 1. The Parliament (Prevention of Disqualification) Act, 1959 exempts several posts from disqualification on the ground of 'Office of Profit'. 2. The above-mentioned Act was amended five times. 3. The term 'Office of Profit' is well- defined in the Constitution of India. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2010 · UPSC IAS 2019 · Topic: The Parliamentary Act (Qualifications and Disqualifications for Membership of Parliament)
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