SC issues notice to Centre, EC on pleas against promise of freebies during election campaigns

The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and the Election Commission on a petition challenging the practice of political parties promising freebies during campaigns, arguing it burdens the public exchequer and lacks accountability. The petition connects this practice to bribery and constitutional violations.

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