The Supreme Court ruled that minor lapses in disclosing income or assets should not automatically void election results unless they significantly impact the outcome. The judgment came while dismissing an appeal against Telangana MLA Kova Laxmi.
The Bombay High Court dismissed an election petition filed against Nitin Gadkari. The court ruled that there was no direct or indirect interference by Gadkari in the election results. It found no evidence of any attempt to manipulate the outcome. The verdict reinforces Gadkari’s clean electoral conduct, bringing an end to the legal challenge.
Today, On 2nd August, A PIL filed against Maharashtra’s ‘Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana’ cash benefit scheme, claiming it burdens taxpayers and violates the Representation of People Act. The High Court refused an urgent hearing, stating the matter will be heard as per the auto-listing system. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to eligible women.
The Supreme Court issued notice today to K Babu, responding to a plea by CPI(M) leader M Swaraj challenging the election result of the 2021 Kerala Assembly polls. Swaraj alleges the use of religious symbols for votes by Babu, which the Kerala High Court rejected, citing lack of evidence. Babu is asked to respond to the plea.
Today, On 3rd June, A petition submitted to the High Court, urging the Election Commission to implement measures preventing political parties and candidates from soliciting votes based on religious or linguistic appeals. The petition argues that such corrupt practices undermine the secular nature of the electoral process and violate constitutional principles. A petition submitted to the High Court urges the Election Commission to stop political parties from seeking votes based on religious or linguistic appeals. The petition calls for an independent commission to oversee the enforcement of a 2017 Supreme Court judgment prohibiting such practices. The Madras High Court issued a notice to the Election Commission and scheduled a further hearing.