Mahua Moitra expelled: what next for TMC leader

By Editorji News Desk
Published on | Dec 09, 2023

Moitra expelled from Lok Sabha

Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra was expelled from Lok Sabha on Friday for "unethical conduct" in the cash-for-query case

Can she go to the Supreme Court?

She has the option of challenging the expulsion in the apex court, says former Lok Sabha Secretary General P D T Achary.

What can be the grounds for a challenge?

TMC leader can either challenge House's authority to expel her or claim she was denied natural justice

a) Scrutiny of Privilege Existence

One major ground for a challenge is whether the House had the privilege to expel a Member.

b) Denial of Natural Justice

The claim by Moitra that she was denied natural justice becomes a significant ground for challenge.

Legal Basis for punishment

Achary highlights Article 20, stating a person can be punished only for a defined offence under existing law or rules.

Silence in Lok Sabha rules

The absence of a specific rule on sharing Parliament login-password raises a fundamental challenge.

Rule or law requirement

Achary underscores the need for a rule or law to proceed against an individual for violating it.