Consider the following statements regarding declaring the election of a Member of Parliament as null...........

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Consider the following statements regarding declaring the election of a Member of Parliament as null and void.

1.According to Representation of the People Act (RPA), 1951 only the Supreme Court can declare an election of a Member of Parliament as void on grounds of Corrupt practices or Failing to declare election expenses.

2.The aggrieved person cannot appeal against the order of the Court and the matter has to be settled by the Election Commission.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

Representation of the People Act (RPA), 1951 enables the High Court to declare an election void on certain grounds (Conviction of certain offences, Corrupt practices, Failing to declare election expenses, Interests in government contracts or works). The aggrieved person can appeal to the Supreme Court against the order of the High Court.