Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam & Anr vs Election Commission Of India

The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the amendment to the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968, which requires a political party to secure at least 6% of the total valid votes and return at least 2 members to the Legislative Assembly for recognition as a State party. The Court found that the cumulative effect of these requirements was justifiable and did not violate any constitutional provisions. Consequently, the writ petition challenging the amendment was dismissed, affirming the Election Commission's decision.