The petitioner contended that pamphlets distributed by LDF volunteers with "25 questions for (INC candidate) Hibi Eden", violated the Representation of People Act, 1951.
Unless it is reasonably necessary, there cannot be blanket directions to surrender arms, the Court said while dealing with a plea opposing a recent directive to surrender all arms during the ongoing election season.
Chief Justice A J Desai observed that Corporation cannot levy penalty for unauthorised occupation under Section 242 of the Kerala Municipality Act, 1994 (Act) unless building is unlawfully constructed.
The PIL moved by advocate and Congress leader Avani Bansal and one Renjith Thomas alleges that it is a rampant practice for candidates contesting in elections to file false affidavits along with their nominations.