What does the Constitution say about the vice-presidential elections when a V-P resigns
With the resignation of Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, the Election Commission of India (ECI) will have to announce polls to fill the position with immediate effect as the constitutional post cannot be left vacant. The ECI is mandated to do so as soon as a gazette notification announcing the vacancy for the V-P’s position is issued by the government.
The Vice-President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters office. However, notwithstanding the expiration of his term, he shall continue to hold office, until his successor enters upon his office. In the case of death, removal or resignation of the Vice-President, the Constitution does not provide any method of succession, apart from a fresh election, only that in such an event the Deputy Chairman can function as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
