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The Centre opposes a lifetime ban on convicted lawmakers, arguing that the current election law's disqualification for a limited period ensures deterrence while avoiding undue harshness. The Representation of People Act, 1951, which deals with the disqualification of parliamentarians and legislators, is under challenge in the Supreme Court. The Centre maintains that the court cannot rewrite the law, which falls under the jurisdiction of Parliament.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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