The Supreme Court has reserved its decision on petitions regarding the Telangana Assembly Speaker’s delay in ruling on the disqualification of BRS MLAs who defected to Congress. Arguments emphasized the need for a timely decision, highlighting the Speaker’s previous controversial statements on potential by-elections and legislative immunity.
Today (12th March):On March 18 (Monday), the Supreme Court is scheduled to consider the plea of six rebel Himachal Pradesh Congress leaders contesting the decision of the Assembly Speaker to disqualify them as Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs).
The decision, made by the Assembly Speaker under the anti-defection law, has sparked significant implications. The court proceedings are expected to address the constitutional crisis that arose from cross-voting during the Rajya Sabha election.
