MLA defection case: Telangana High Court sets aside single-judge ultimatum to Speaker

In a significant ruling, the Telangana High Court has set aside a single judge's ultimatum to the Speaker regarding an MLA defection case. The court emphasized that the Speaker's decisions on disqualification must be made within a reasonable time frame and cannot be subjected to undue pressure or arbitrary deadlines. The judgment reinforces the importance of procedural fairness in disqualification matters, ensuring that such cases are handled with due diligence and in accordance with the law. This ruling is pivotal as it upholds the autonomy of the legislative process and allows necessary time for the Speaker to deliberate and make informed decisions on defection cases without external influences.