Question

Consider the following statements:

1. Courts have no jurisdiction to examine the validity of a law relating to delimitation of constituencies or allotment of seats in respect of Panchayats.

2. An election to a Panchayat can be called in question only by an election petition, which should be presented to such authority and in such manner as may be prescribed by the State Election Commission.

Which of the statements given above is / are correct?

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Only 1

• Courts have no jurisdiction to examine the validity of a law relating to delimitation of constituencies or allotment of seats in respect of Panchayats.

• This statement is accurate because Article 243(O) of the Constitution bars courts from examining the validity of laws related to delimitation of constituencies or allotment of seats in Panchayats

• This means that courts cannot interfere with the process of setting boundaries or allocating seats for Panchayat elections.

• Article 243(O) specifies that elections to Panchayats can only be disputed through an election petition presented to the authority and in the manner prescribed by the State legislature