Section 170

Jurisdiction of civil courts barred.

The Representation of the People Act, 1951

  • Act 43 of 1951
  • Ministry of Law and Justice
  • Legislative Department
About this Act

An Act to provide for the conduct of elections to the Houses of Parliament and to the House or Houses of the Legislature of each State, the qualifications and disqualifications for membership of those Houses, the corrupt practices and other offences at or in connection with such elections and the decision of doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with such elections.

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No civil court shall have jurisdiction to question the legality of any action taken or of any decision given by the returning officer or by any other person appointed under this Act in connection with an election.
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