NEW DELHI: Today (9th April): The Supreme Court of India ruled that candidates are not obligated to disclose all their movable properties before elections, unless they hold substantial value or indicate a luxurious lifestyle. The court emphasized candidates’ right to privacy and that not every detail of their personal life needs to be revealed to the public during election campaigns.
New Delhi: Today (9th April): The Supreme Court of India upheld Independent MLA Karikho Kri’s 2019 election in Arunachal Pradesh, overturning the Gauhati High Court’s nullification ruling. Congress candidate Nuney Tayang’s allegations of false declarations and omissions by Kri were thoroughly reviewed, with the apex court finding no grounds to invalidate Kri’s election as Tezu’s MLA.