KHAJE KHANAVAR KHADERKHAN HUSSAIN KHANAND OTHERS vs SIDDAVANBALLI NIJALINGAPPA & ANR.

The Supreme Court held that the affirmation required under Article 173(a) of the Constitution can be made prior to scrutiny and is sufficient compliance, rejecting the appellant's claim that it must occur before filing nominations. The Court found no evidence of corrupt practices or undue influence against the first respondent and upheld the High Court's decision. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the election of the first respondent as valid despite the appellant's challenges.