(1.) This order will dispose of preliminary issue framed on the basis of objections raised by Respondent No. 1 whose election to the Haryana Vidhan Sabha from 45-Narwana constituency has been challenged on the ground of improper rejection of nomination papers of S/Sh. Ram Sarup and Sube Singh and wrongful acceptance of nomination papers of returned candidate and of Om Parkash son of Devi Lal by the Returning Officer.
(2.) Challenge to the election is also on the ground of committing corrupt practice by respondent No. 1. Declaration has also been sought that respondent No. 2, Des Raj be held guilty for committing corrupt practice.
(3.) The following issues were directed to be treated as preliminary issues.