Andhra Pradesh State Legislature (Vacation of Seat on Simultaneous Membership) Act, 1959
Andhra Pradesh State Legislature (Vacation of Seat on Simultaneous Membership) Act, 1959
The Andhra Pradesh State Legislature (Vacation of Seat on Simultaneous Membership) Act, 1959 governs situations where a politician holds membership in both houses of the state legislature. This law applies to elected representatives who find themselves chosen for both the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council at the same time. It matters because it strictly prohibits dual representation, outlining clear timelines for a member to vacate one seat. By enforcing this rule, the legislation maintains the independence and distinct operational integrity of both legislative chambers, ensuring fair and functional democratic representation across the state.
- 1. Short title and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Vacation of seat by a person already member of one House, on being chosen a member of the other House
- 4. Vacation of seat by a person who is chosen a member of both the Assembly and the Council
- 5. Meaning of date on which a person is chosen for purposes of sections 3 and 4
- 0. Preamble
PDF: pending for this language.