U.C.Raman vs P.T.A.Rahim And Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of whether the first respondent held an 'office of profit' under the Government of India, which would disqualify him from contesting elections under Article 191(1)(a) of the Constitution. The Court upheld the High Court's finding that while the first respondent occupied an office under the State Government as Chairperson of the Haj Committee, he did not hold an 'office of profit' as defined by Article 191. Consequently, the Court affirmed the dismissal of the election petition challenging his nomination and election.