Criminal Politicians

No reasons cited for fielding 212 with criminal cases in polls: ADR report

Here's a look at how the major parties did regarding the C7 mandates, across state elections

SC order on decriminalising politics will help strengthen democracy: EC

In October 2018, the poll panel made it compulsory for candidates contesting elections to advertise their criminal antecedents in television and newspapers at least thrice during electioneering

Cases against lawmakers: SC asks for special courts in Bihar, Kerala

Criminal cases against MPs, MLAs: SC asks for special courts in each district of Bihar, Kerala







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EC amends rules, now candidates with criminal records to publicise details

The declaration is to be published in a given format 'at least on three different dates' from the day following the last date for withdrawal of candidatures and up to two days before the date of poll

SC for speedy disposal of cases against lawmakers; lists Chavan's matter

SC listed the case of Chavan, an accused in the multi-crore rupees Adarsh Society scam case, in March for final disposal

Modi govt to set up 12 special courts to try MPs, MLAs, other politicians

The scheme for a one-year period will involve an expenditure of Rs 7.80 crore