Union Of India (Uoi) vs Association For Democratic Reforms And ...

The Supreme Court addressed whether voters in a democratic republic have a fundamental right to know the relevant particulars of candidates contesting elections to Parliament and Legislative Assemblies. The case examines the implementation of the Law Commission's 170th Report and proposed amendments to the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961. The Court analyzed whether the High Court possessed jurisdiction under Article 226 to mandate such disclosures to ensure an informed electorate.