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What is Article 84 of Indian constitution ?| Article 84 of the Indian Constitution lays down the qualifications required to become a Member of Parliament (MP) in India — either in the Lok Sabha (House of the People) or the Rajya Sabha (Council of States).

What is Article 84 of Indian constitution ?


 Article 84 of the Indian Constitution lays down the qualifications required to become a Member of Parliament (MP) in India — either in the Lok Sabha (House of the People) or the Rajya Sabha (Council of States).


📜 Text of Article 84 (Simplified)

A person shall be qualified to be elected as a Member of Parliament if:

✅ 1. Citizenship

Must be a citizen of India.


✅ 2. Oath or Affirmation

Must take an oath or affirmation before the person authorized by the Election Commission, declaring:

  • True faith and allegiance to the Constitution of India

  • Commitment to uphold the sovereignty and integrity of India


✅ 3. Minimum Age

House Minimum Age
Rajya Sabha 30 years
Lok Sabha 25 years

✅ 4. Other Qualifications

Must possess any other qualifications as prescribed by Parliament by law.

➡️ This refers to the Representation of the People Act, 1951, which adds more rules — e.g., not being of unsound mind, not an undischarged insolvent, and not disqualified by law (like criminal convictions).


📌 Summary of Article 84

Qualification Requirement
Citizenship Must be an Indian citizen
Oath or Affirmation Must take oath to uphold Constitution and sovereignty
Minimum Age for Lok Sabha 25 years
Minimum Age for Rajya Sabha 30 years
Other Laws Subject to further rules by Parliamentary law (e.g., Representation of the People Act, 1951)

🧾 Example

  • A 28-year-old Indian citizen can contest a Lok Sabha election, but not Rajya Sabha.

  • A person convicted of serious crime and disqualified under law cannot contest elections, even if they meet age and citizenship conditions.