2nd Schedule of Indian Constitution, Provisions, States, Articles

Q: What does the 2nd Schedule of the Indian Constitution deal with?

It deals with the salaries, allowances, and privileges of constitutional authorities in India.

Q: Which Articles are associated with the 2nd Schedule?

Articles 59, 65, 75, 97, 125, 148, 158, and 221 refer to the 2nd Schedule.

Q: Who are covered under the 2nd Schedule?

The President, Governors, Judges, Comptroller and Auditor General, Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and others.

Q: Does it apply to both Central and State officials?

Yes, it applies to top constitutional posts at both central and state levels.

Q: How many parts are there in the 2nd Schedule?

It contains eight parts (Parts A to H), each dealing with different authorities.

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The 2nd Schedule of Indian Constitution deals with the salaries, allowances, and privileges of key constitutional authorities. This includes the President, Governors of States, Speakers and Deputy Speakers of the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, Chairpersons and Deputy Chairpersons of the Rajya Sabha and State Legislative Councils, Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, and the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG).

Schedule of Indian Constitution

The Constitution of India was adopted on January 26, 1950 which consists of 8 Schedules initially which expanded to 12 Schedule of Indian Constitution through amendment.

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2nd Schedule of Indian Constitution Provisions

2nd Schedule of Indian Constitution is divided into various parts which includes provisions related to salaries, allowances and other benefits discussed below:

Part A: Part A: Deals with the President and Governors of States

Relevant Articles: 59(3), 65(3), 158(3)

Covers their salaries and allowances.

Part B: Omitted by the 7th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1956

Earlier related to Ministers for the Union and States.

Part C: Covers the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Chairman and Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, and similar posts in State Legislatures