Today(on 9th August),The Supreme Court of India dismissed a petition challenging Amritpal Singh’s election as an MP from Punjab’s Khadoor Sahib constituency, which questioned his qualifications under Article 84 of the Indian Constitution. The petitioner argued that Singh did not meet the necessary qualifications for Parliament membership.
Today, On 10th May, Amritpal Singh, a a prominent figure, seeks temporary release from Dibrugarh Jail in Assam to run for the Lok Sabha elections in Punjab. The High Court is expected to review the request before the May 14 nomination deadline. Singh’s legal team cites his citizenship and eligibility to contest as grounds for the release. The court is considering legal precedents and potential implications on public safety.
