RESURGENCE INDIA vs ELECTION COMMISSION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court, while adjudicating a writ petition under Article 32, directed the Election Commission of India to ensure that candidates' affidavits are complete and accurate, as mandated by the judgments in Union of India vs. Association for Democratic Reforms and People's Union for Civil Liberties. The Court emphasized the necessity of transparency in elections and upheld the requirement for candidates to disclose criminal history, assets, and liabilities. The Court's holding mandates strict adherence to these disclosure requirements to maintain electoral integrity.