Balchandra L Jarkiholi & Ors vs B.S.Yeddiyurappa & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the disqualification of 13 MLAs under Rule 6 of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly (Disqualification of Members on Ground of Defection) Rules, 1986, and the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution of India. The Court held that the disqualification application filed by the Speaker was valid as the MLAs had expressed lack of confidence in the Chief Minister, thereby forfeiting their membership under the provisions of the Constitution. The Court emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the legislative process and the necessity for the Chief Minister to prove majority support in the Assembly.