The Karnataka Legislature (Prevention of Disqualification) (Second Amendment) Act, 2024

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This Act amends the Karnataka Legislature (Prevention of Disqualification) Act, 1956, to protect specific political appointees from being disqualified as members of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly or Council. Under Indian constitutional law, holding an "office of profit" under the government can lead to disqualification from the legislature. This Act explicitly adds roles—such as Political Secretaries and various Advisors to the Chief Minister—to the list of exempt offices. By doing so, it allows legislators to hold these government-appointed positions without losing their seats, provided they do not receive remuneration beyond permitted compensatory allowances. It ensures political stability for these specific appointments.

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1. Short title and commencement
2. Definitions
3. Removal of certain disqualifications

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