Supreme Court of India · 1973-11-27
BABURAO BAGAJI KAREMORE & ORS. vs GOVIND & OTHERS
- Citation / case number
- SC 1973/60316
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- BABURAO BAGAJI KAREMORE & ORS.
- Respondent
- GOVIND & OTHERS
- Bench
- REDDY, P. JAGANMOHAN
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the election of the first respondent under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, specifically Sections 100 and 123, addressing allegations of corrupt practices including failure to maintain proper accounts as per Section 77 and Rule 86. The Court held that the first respondent's election was invalid due to the use of false statements and improper expenditure exceeding the authorized limit. The judgment emphasized the importance of transparency and adherence to electoral laws in maintaining the integrity of elections.