195. Salaries and allowances of members.
Members of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council of a State shall be entitled to receive such salaries and allowances as may from time to time be determined, by the Legislature of the State by law and, until provision in that respect is so made, salaries and allowances at such rates and upon such conditions as were immediately before the commencement of this Constitution applicable in the case of members of the Legislative Assembly of the corresponding Province.
Article 195 highlights the importance of a clear constitutional framework for determining the salaries and allowances of elected representatives in State Legislatures. It also underscores the role of state legislatures in establishing these provisions through law. Transparency, accountability, and responsible use of public funds are essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring that public service remains focused on the welfare of citizens. An important aspect of understanding India’s constitutional system.