P.H. Pujar vs Dr. Kanthi Rajashekhar Kidiyappa & Ors.

The Supreme Court addressed an appeal concerning the validity of an election under Section 81 and Section 100 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The High Court had set aside the election of the appellant, finding that the Returning Officer failed to comply with the mandatory provisions regarding the counting and rejection of votes, specifically under Rules 55-B and 56-B of the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961. The Court upheld the High Court's decision, directing a recount of the ballot papers with proper scrutiny, thereby affirming the need for adherence to electoral procedures.