September 14, 2026

Section 2 – Delimitation Act: Definitions

Delimitation Act, 2002 — back to Table of Contents

Section 2. Definitions

In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—

  • (a) “article” means an article of the Constitution;
  • (b) “associate member” means a member nominated under section 5;
  • (c) “Commission” means the Delimitation Commission constituted under section 3;
  • (d) “Election Commission” means the Election Commission referred to in article 324;
  • (e) “member” means a member of the Commission and includes the Chairperson; and
  • (f) “State” includes a Union territory having a Legislative Assembly but does not include the State of Jammu and Kashmir.