KANHAIYALAL VISHINDAS GIDWANI vs ARUN DATTATRAY MEHTA

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of the nomination paper of respondent No.1 in the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, emphasizing the requirements under Section 33(1) and Section 100(1)(d)(i) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The Court held that the nomination was invalid as it was not properly subscribed by the proposers, thus violating the statutory provisions. The appeal was allowed, declaring the election of respondent No.1 invalid and ordering a fresh election for the contested seats.