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Which amendment mandated that the Speaker or Chairman must be satisfied that a member's resignation is voluntary or genuine?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 32nd Amendment Act, 1973
  2. 35th Amendment Act, 1974
  3. 33rd Amendment Act, 1974
  4. 38th Amendment Act, 1975

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 33rd Amendment Act, 1974

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) 33rd Amendment Act, 1974 šŸ“š Explanation: The 33rd Amendment Act of 1974 introduced a specific check on the resignation process for members of Parliament and State Legislatures. It requires the Speaker or Chairman to accept a resignation only after being satisfied it is voluntary. This provision was designed to prevent forced or coerced resignations of legislators during times of political instability. It ensures that the act of resigning remains a free and genuine choice for the member.