If a person is elected to more than one seat in either House of Parliament or in the House or either House of the Legislature of a State, then, unless within the prescribed time he resigns all but one of the seats [by writing under his hand addressed to the Speaker or Chairman, as the case may be, or to such other authority or officer as may be prescribed], all the seats shall become vacant.
Section 70: Election to more than one seat in either House of Parliament or in the House or either House of the Legislature of a State.
The Representation of the People Act, 1951Central Act · Act 43 of 1951
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Representation of the People Act, 1951 |
|---|---|
| Section | 70 |
| Marginal note | Election to more than one seat in either House of Parliament or in the House or either House of the Legislature of a State. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
How this provision has been amended
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- inserted, Act 27 of 1956. . Ins. by Act 27 of 1956, s. 40 (w.e.f. 28-8-1956).
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