Dhankhar resigns as 14th Vice-President of India, citing health reasons
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, 74, resigned from his post on Monday, citing health reasons, with two years left in his term. His resignation letter, addressed to President Droupadi Murmu, was posted on his official X account. Dhankhar had presided over Rajya Sabha proceedings earlier on the day, including an important intervention regarding a High Court judge's removal motion, making his resignation a surprise to many leaders. He had suffered a cardiac event in March but had reportedly recovered. This decision came on the first day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament.
Key Points
- Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from his office due to health reasons.
- He was the 14th Vice-President of India and had two years remaining in his term.
- The resignation was submitted to President Droupadi Murmu in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution.
- His resignation was unexpected as he had presided over Rajya Sabha proceedings earlier on the same day.
Exam Facts
- Jagdeep Dhankhar was the 14th Vice-President of India.
- He resigned in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution.
- He was elected in August 2022.
- The resignation occurred on the first day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament.
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