Kerala High Court held that election duty staff cannot be deprived of their voting rights and must be given postal ballots immediately. The Court directed authorities to issue ballots by 2 PM to ensure free and fair elections.
The Supreme Court asked whether the NOTA option has truly improved the “quality” of elected leaders, observing that it cannot fill a seat even if it gets maximum votes. The Court is hearing a plea seeking NOTA in uncontested elections and has listed the matter for March 17.
The Bombay High Court concluded hearings on a petition challenging the legitimacy of 76 lakh votes cast after polling hours in Maharashtra’s 2024 Assembly elections. Prakash Ambedkar represented the petitioner, raising serious concerns about electoral transparency. The court will deliver its verdict on June 25, potentially impacting election results and reforms.
