💨 Abstract

The Supreme Court will hear a PIL on March 19 challenging a provision in the Representation of the People Act, 1951, which prevents voters from choosing the NOTA (None of the Above) option in case of a lone candidate. The plea argues that this restriction infringes on the right to free speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution. The Centre has been given time to respond.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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