SHORT ANSWER:
The legal provisions for disqualifying a Chief Minister or a Governor based on age, citizenship, or educational qualifications are primarily found in the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
DETAILS:
- Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 outlines disqualifications for membership in Parliament and State Legislatures.
- A person must be at least 25 years old to be a member of the Lok Sabha and 30 years old for the Rajya Sabha.
- The person must be a citizen of India.
- Educational qualifications are not a requirement for being a Chief Minister or Governor, but they must meet the criteria for being a member of the legislature.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Disqualification from contesting elections or holding office if found ineligible.
SOURCE:
- Representation of the People Act, 1951
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