Supreme Court rejects ex-cop Pradeep Sharma plea for suspension of conviction to contest polls

The Supreme Court rejected former police officer Pradeep Sharma’s plea to suspend his conviction, which barred him from contesting elections. The court held that suspending the conviction was not warranted, emphasizing the need for upholding the integrity of the electoral process. This decision underscores the judiciary's role in maintaining the ethical standards of candidates participating in elections.