A seven-judge bench of the Supreme Court unanimously held that a lawmaker does not enjoy immunity in cases of bribery

The Supreme Court’s decision in the Sita Soren case overrules a 26-year-old judgement on the extent of legislative immunity

In a month marked by Constitution Bench activity, the Court also heard critical matters on convict remission policy and the Manipur violence

A 7-judge Bench will examine if MLAs who accept bribes to vote in a house of legislature enjoy immunity from prosecution.

High Court rules against MLA Sita Soren holding that she did not have immunity from prosecution under Article 105(2) of the Constitution.