How was ex-MLA charged with rape when he was in assembly at the time of incident? Allahabad High Court

In a recent ruling, the Allahabad High Court addressed the case of a former MLA accused of rape during a legislative session. The court examined the legality of charging the MLA under rape laws while he was performing his duties in the assembly. The central issue was whether the assembly proceedings provided immunity to the MLA from criminal prosecution for actions occurring during legislative sessions. The court concluded that legislative immunity does not extend to criminal acts like rape, and such allegations should be investigated and prosecuted according to law. The decision underscores the principle that legislative immunity does not shield legislators from accountability for serious crimes.