Charan Lal Sahu vs Apj Abdul Kalam & Ors

The Supreme Court dismissed Election Petition No. 1 of 2002 challenging the election of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam as President of India, citing the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act, 1952 and the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Election Rules, 1974. The Court held that the petitioner, an advocate, failed to substantiate his claims and disregarded binding precedents, affirming the validity of the election process and the rejection of the petitioner's nomination papers. The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to established legal principles in electoral matters.