With reference to Office of Profit, consider the following statements:
1. The term office of profit is defined in the constitution of India.
2. The constitution bars an MP or an MLA from holding any office of profit under the central or state government.
3. The Parliament (Prevention of Disqualification) Act, 1959 exempts several posts from disqualification on the grounds of "Office of Profit".
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1
1 and 2 only
2
2 and 3 only
3
1 and 3 only
4
1, 2, and 3