Lawgist logo - L! Lawgist.
The Representation of the People Act

116AAppeals to Supreme Court

1 , 2[116A. Appeals to Supreme Court—(1) Notwithstanding anything contained in any other law for the time being in force, an appeal shall lie to the Supreme Court on any question (whether of law or fact) from every order made by a High Court under section 98 or section 99.

(2) Every appeal under this Chapter shall be preferred within a period of thirty days from the date of the order of the High Court under section 98 or section 99:

Provided that the Supreme Court may entertain an appeal after the expiry of the said period of thirty days if it is satisfied that the appellant had sufficient cause for not preferring the appeal within such period.

Download our fully-offline, High speed android app.- Click here

1. Ins. by Act 27 of 1956, s. 62 (w.e.f. 28-8-1956).

2. Subs. by Act 47 of 1966, s. 50, for sections 116A and 116B (w.e.f. 14-12-1966).

Download the App Now!

Get our Android app for fast and offline Access.

Get it on Google Play
Lawgist is not a law firm and does not engage in the practice of law or provide legal advice or legal representation. All information, software, services, and comments provided on this site are for informational and self-help purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Use of this site is subject to our Terms and Conditions, Disclaimer, and Privacy Policy.About Us Made in ♥ with India, Internet and Lots of Courtroom Dramas