RAM DIAL vs SANT LAL AND OTHERS

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Election Tribunal and the High Court, which set aside the appellant's election to the Punjab Legislative Assembly due to corrupt practice under proviso (a)(ii) to Section 123(2) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The Court found that the appellant, influenced by a religious leader, issued commands to voters that undermined their free choice, constituting undue influence. The Court clarified that the Indian law on undue influence differs from English law, focusing on acts that interfere with electoral freedom rather than the actual effect of such acts.