DAULAT RAM CHAUHAN vs ANAND SHARMA

The Supreme Court held that under Sections 82(b) and 86 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, an election petition alleging corrupt practices must include all candidates involved as parties; failure to do so warrants dismissal. The Court emphasized that allegations of corrupt practices must be proven beyond reasonable doubt, akin to criminal charges, and must detail the nature of the corrupt practices, including specifics such as time, place, and consent of the candidate. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision to set aside the election due to non-compliance with procedural requirements.