SC Issues Notice on Plea Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar's Alleged Solo Decisions
What Happened
The Supreme Court sought replies from the Election Commission of India (ECI) and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on a plea alleging that key decisions were being taken unilaterally by the CEC without adequate consultation with other Election Commissioners. The Court observed that the respondents would have to explain the allegations and issued notice in the matter.
Key Takeaways
The case puts the internal functioning and decision-making process of the Election Commission under judicial scrutiny, with the Supreme Court seeking the Commission's response before examining the merits of the allegations.