What are the circumstances under which a member's seat may become vacant?
A member's seat may become vacant under the following circumstances:

1. If a member of a House of the Legislature of a State is without permission of the House absent from all meetings thereof for a period of sixty days, the House may declare his seat vacant. However, no account shall be taken of any period during which the House is prorogued or adjourned for more than four consecutive days while computing this period.

2. If the Speaker or Chairman believes that a resignation by a member is not voluntary or genuine after making inquiries and receiving information, they may choose not to accept such resignation.