The Government of Karnataka on 23rd February, 2024 published a legislative bill titled “Karnataka Legislature (Prevention of Disqualification) (Amendment) Bill, 2024” that aims to amend the Karnataka Legislature (Prevention of Disqualification) Act, 1956. The Bill outlines the specific amendment, introducing provisions related to certain offices exempt from disqualification for members of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly or Council.
The Bill further includes a “Statement of Objects and Reasons,” providing the rationale behind the proposed amendment, emphasizing the need to exempt specific offices, such as the Office of the Advisor to the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister, from incurring disqualification for legislative membership.
