Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of political parties making pre-election promises of free goods, termed 'freebies', and their impact on fair elections and the economy. The court recognized the potential adverse effects of such promises on the electoral process and the need for responsible electioneering. The court emphasized that these practices undermine the level playing field among political parties and called for a reevaluation of the implications of such promises on public finances and electoral integrity.