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SHORT ANSWER: The Constitution of India does not specify citizenship criteria for the Chief Minister position, but it does for the Governor. DETAILS: - A Chief Minister must be a citizen of India and a member of the legislative assembly of the state. - A Governor must also be a citizen of India and at least 35 years old, but they do not need to be a member of the legislature. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If a Chief Minister or Governor does not meet the eligibility criteria, they can be disqualified from holding office. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Articles 164 (Chief Minister) and 153 (Governor)
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