Overview

• Meena has invoked Article 161 of the Constitution in seeking a pardon that could reverse his conviction and disqualification under the Representation of the People Act
• Jhalawar SP Richa Tomar directed Manohar Thana and Aklera SHOs to submit priority opinions on the mercy petition by end of day
• Opposition Congress and civil rights groups accuse the BJP of double standards and question the timing of the clemency process
• Law Minister Jogaram Patel affirmed that a gubernatorial pardon would automatically restore Meena’s Assembly membership, while any other outcome would keep the seat vacant
• Governor Bagade’s pending decision will determine whether Meena regains his seat and triggers a by-election in the Anta constituency