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Centre notifies hike in salaries of MPs

Context

The Centre notified a 24% increase in the salaries of MPs on March 24, 2025, effective from April 1, 2023.

Legal Basis:

The hike in the salaries and pensions was notified in exercise of the powers granted under the Salary, Allowances and Pension of Members of Parliament Act on the basis of the Cost Inflation Index specified in the Income Tax Act of 1961.
Other Benefits:
- Official Accommodation: MPs receive rent-free housing in New Delhi during their five-year term. Those who do not take up official accommodations are eligible for a monthly housing allowance.
Article 106 of the Constitution empowers MPs to determine their salaries and allowances by enacting laws.

Fact Box:

What is a Member of Parliament (MP)?

? An MP represents the people in India’s Parliament and acts as a link between the legislative and executive branches.
? Two Houses of Parliament:
- o Lok Sabha (House of the People): Directly elected by citizens; currently has 543 members.
- o Rajya Sabha (Council of States): Members represent states/UTs (238 elected) and 12 are nominated by the President; maximum of 250 members.
? Eligibility & Qualifications
? Basic Requirements:
- o Must be an Indian citizen.
- o Age:
? Lok Sabha: Minimum 25 years.
? Rajya Sabha: Minimum 30 years.
? Additional Criteria (Representation of People Act, 1951):
- o Must be a registered voter in any parliamentary constituency.
- o Cannot be disqualified due to legal or mental incapacity or by other statutory conditions.
? Oath/Affirmation: Before taking office, MPs must swear an oath or affirm their allegiance to the Constitution. Without this, they cannot participate in parliamentary proceedings.

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