D.N.JEEVARAJU vs D.SUDHAKAR & ORS.ETC.

The Supreme Court addressed the disqualification of five independent Members of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly under paragraph 2(2) of the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution. The Court held that the Speaker's decision to disqualify the Members was made without proper notice and opportunity to respond, violating principles of natural justice. Consequently, the Court set aside the disqualification orders, emphasizing the necessity of fair procedure in such matters.