Consumer Education & Research Society vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court examined the constitutional validity of the Parliament (Prevention of Disqualification) Amendment Act, 2006, which modifies the definition of 'Offices of Profit' under the Parliament (Prevention of Disqualification) Act, 1959. The Court held that the Amendment Act is consistent with the principles of parliamentary democracy and does not violate Article 14 or Article 21 of the Constitution. The judgment reaffirmed the importance of ensuring that elected representatives can hold certain offices without disqualification, thereby promoting effective governance.