Article 188 of Indian Constitution Oath or affirmation by members
Article 188 Oath or affirmation by members – Constitution Of India
Every member of the Legislative Assembly or the Legislative Council of a State shall, before taking his seat, make and subscribe before the 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 Third Schedule.
Here’s a simple explanation and a flowchart (in English) for Article 188 of the Constitution of India.
✅ Simple Explanation: Article 188 – Oath or Affirmation by Members
Before taking their seat in the Legislative Assembly or Legislative Council of a State:
- Every elected or nominated member must take an oath or affirmation.
- The oath/affirmation must be:
- In the format given in the Third Schedule of the Constitution.
- Made before the Governor or a person authorized by the Governor