The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Centre and the Election Commission of India on a petition seeking to classify political parties' promises of freebies during election campaigns as bribery. The plea urges the court to intervene and declare these promises illegal to ensure fair electoral practices. The court has also tagged the petition with similar cases already pending before it, indicating that this issue will be reviewed comprehensively alongside other related matters. The petition seeks specific directions for the Election Commission to take immediate and effective measures to curb the practice of political parties offering freebies during the pre-election period. Supreme Court Rejects Plea Alleging Side Effects of COVID-19 Vaccines.

Supreme Court Issues Notice to Centre, Election Commission Over Promises of Freebies During Campaigns  

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