Ref.U/Article 317(1)For Inquiry & ... vs Unknown

The Supreme Court, in a Reference under Article 317(1) of the Constitution, addressed the preliminary objection regarding the maintainability of the Reference concerning Dr. H.B. Mirdha, Chairman of the Orissa Public Service Commission. The Court sought clarification on whether the President received advice from the Council of Ministers as per Article 74 before making the Reference. The issues framed include the applicability of Article 74 to the Reference process under Article 317(1) and the necessary procedural steps involved, indicating the Court's intent to ensure adherence to constitutional provisions.