(1.) In this Election Petition, the challenge is made to the election of respondent no. 1 in the Legislative Assembly of Uttarakhand from 54, Lohaghat Assembly Constituency. Pleadings have already been exchanged.
(2.) On 3/8/2022, issues were framed. Issue Nos. 4, 5, 6 and 7 are to be decided as preliminary issues. These issues are as hereunder:-
(3.) Heard learned counsel for the parties and perused the record.