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Which of the following is NOT correct about the eligibility criteria for being elected as Vice President of India?

1
He/She should be a citizen of India.
2
He/She should have completed 35 years of age.
3
He/She should not hold any office of profit under the Union Government/state government or any subordinate local authority.
4
He/She should be qualified for election as a member of the Lok Sabha.

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Answer : 4. "He/She should be qualified for election as a member of the Lok Sabha."
Explanation :
The Vice-President of India is elected by members of an electoral college consisting of both Houses of Parliament in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of a single transferable vote.
State Legislatures do not take part in the election of Vice-President.
Qualification [Article 66 (3)]: Should be a citizen of India.
Should have completed 35 years of age.
Should be qualified for election as a Member of the Rajya Sabha. Should not hold any office of profit.

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