Consider the following statements : The Constitution of India provides that
1. the Legislative Assembly of each State shall consist of not more than 450 members chosen by direct election from territorial constituencies in the State
2. a person shall not be qualified to be chosen to fill a seat in the Legislative Assembly of a State if he/she is less than 25 years of age
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1. Statement 1: Article 170 of the Constitution of India provides that the Legislative Assembly of each State shall consist of not more than 500 and not less than 60 members chosen by direct election... The figure 450 mentioned in the statement is incorrect. Statement 1 is incorrect.
2. Statement 2: Article 173(b) of the Constitution of India provides that a person shall not be qualified to be chosen to fill a seat in the Legislative Assembly of a State if he/she is less than 25 years of age. Statement 2 is correct.