Supreme Court to Weigh Petition Seeking Disqualification Of PM Modi From Elections For 6 Years

A petition filed by a woman named Fatima in the Delhi High Court, seeking the disqualification of PM Narendra Modi from elections for six years, has stirred the legal arena, now reaching the Supreme Court. Alleging violations of the Representation of the People Act, the petition calls for Prime Minister Modi’s disqualification based on purported breaches of the electoral code of conduct during an election rally in Banswara, Rajasthan, on April 21, 2024, amid the Lok Sabha elections 2024.

Fatima’s plea, represented by her lawyer Sunil Kumar Aggarwal, contends that Prime Minister Modi’s speech at the rally aimed at fostering discord between groups, which, if substantiated, could constitute grounds for disqualification under the Act. Additionally, the petition demands the Election Commission to take action against the Prime Minister, citing multiple complaints lodged with the Commission by various organizations and individuals, alleging the PM’s inflammatory remarks.

The petition underscores the urgency of addressing the alleged violations, emphasizing the Election Commission’s responsibility to enforce the Model Code of Conduct rigorously. Despite numerous complaints, the petitioner laments the perceived inaction of the Election Commission, prompting the legal challenge to secure redressal.

However, the Delhi High Court, while disposing of the petition, redirected Fatima to the Election Commission, indicating that the matter falls within the Commission’s purview. The Court’s ruling underscored that while it acknowledged the petitioner’s claims of the Model Code of Conduct violation, it lacked the authority to issue directives to the Election Commission. The Court urged Fatima to pursue her grievance through the appropriate channels and advised the Election Commission to independently evaluate the complaint.

Responding to the Court’s directive, the Election Commission assured that it would examine the complaint and take necessary action. The Commission affirmed its commitment to uphold electoral integrity and indicated its willingness to address concerns raised by the petitioner in accordance with due process.

The legal battle surrounding Fatima’s petition underscores the complexities of electoral governance and the imperative of ensuring accountability and transparency in the electoral process. As the matter escalates to the Supreme Court, it signals a critical juncture in the ongoing debate over the enforcement of electoral laws and the preservation of democratic norms.

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