HC to prevent MPs from entering Parliament.

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Lok Sabha   The Centre questioned in the Delhi High Court on Monday the maintainability of a plea seeking to prevent MPs from the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir from entering the Parliament, alleging that they are continuing to hold their seats illegally after the disbanding of the state. The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, represented by central government standing counsel Anil Soni, contended that the petitioner -- a retired professor -- ought to have first made a representation to the authorities before approaching the court. The petitioner contended that 10 MPs, including Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad and National Conference chairman Farooq Abdullah, from Jammu and Kashmir were continuing in their positions and enjoying all the perks associated with the office at the expense of the state exchequer. More Details >>

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