Section 12 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991 in hindi
Oath or affirmation by members.
Every member of the Legislative Assembly shall, before taking his seat, make and subscribe before the Lieutenant Governor, or some person appointed in that behalf by him, an oath or affirmation according to the form set out for the purpose in the Schedule.
Summary
- Every single member of the Legislative Assembly must take an oath or make a solemn affirmation before they can take their seat in the house.
- This oath or affirmation must be made before the Lieutenant Governor.
- Alternatively, the oath or affirmation can be made before any person appointed by the Lieutenant Governor for this purpose.
- The content of the oath or affirmation must follow the exact form set out in the Schedule of the Act.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can an MLA sit in the Legislative Assembly and vote before taking the oath?
No, every member must make and subscribe the oath or affirmation before taking their seat.
2. Before whom must an MLA take their oath or affirmation?
An MLA must take the oath or affirmation before the Lieutenant Governor, or some person appointed by the Lieutenant Governor for that purpose.
3. Where is the form of the oath or affirmation for MLAs found in the Act?
The form of the oath or affirmation is set out for this purpose in the Schedule of the Act.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 12 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, when must an elected member of the Legislative Assembly make and subscribe an oath or affirmation?
Q2.Under Section 12 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, before whom must a member of the Legislative Assembly take their oath or affirmation?
Q3.Under Section 12 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, where is the specific form of the oath or affirmation for members of the Assembly located?
Q4.Under Section 17 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, which cross-references Section 12, what is the penalty for a member who sits or votes in the Assembly before taking the oath?