Constitution of India · Section Article 91
Power of the Deputy Chairman or other person to perform the duties of the office of, or to act as, Chairman
Article 91 — Power of the Deputy Chairman or other person to perform the duties of the office of, or to act as, Chairman
- Power of the Deputy Chairman or other person to perform the duties of the office of, or to act as, Chairman.—(1) While the office of Chairman is vacant, or during any period when the Vice-President is acting as, or discharging the functions of, President, the duties of the office shall be performed by the Deputy Chairman, or, if the office of Deputy Chairman is also vacant, by such member of the Council of States as the President may appoint for the purpose. (2) During the absence of the Chairman from any sitting of the Council of States the Deputy Chairman, or, if he is also absent, such person as may be determined by the rules of procedure of the Council, or, if no such person is present, such other person as may be determined by the Council, shall act as Chairman.
Plain English Summary
This article explains who takes charge of the Chairman's duties when the Chairman is not available. If the Chairman's position is empty, the Deputy Chairman or another member appointed by the President can perform the duties. Additionally, if the Chairman is absent during a meeting, the Deputy Chairman or another person determined by the Council's rules will act as Chairman.
Key Points
- The Deputy Chairman or another designated member can perform the duties of the Chairman when the office is vacant or when the Vice-President is acting as President.
- If the Chairman is absent during a session, the Deputy Chairman (or someone else decided by the Council) acts as Chairman.
- This ensures that the Council of States always has a person in charge to conduct its business.
Why It Matters
This provision ensures the smooth functioning and continuity of the Council of States by establishing clear backup arrangements for the leadership role.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.