Judgment

RAY, J. : This is an appeal under S. 116-A of the Representation of the People Act (hereinafter referred to as the Act) from the judgment and order dated 24, December, 1970 of the High Court of Punjab and Haryana setting aside the election of the appellant.

2. The appellant was declared elected to the Haryana Legislative Assembly from Bahadurgarh Constituency. The polling took place on 7 June, 1970. The result was declared on 8 June, 1970. The appellant obtained 22436 votes. The respondent obtained 17760 votes.

3. The respondent challenged the appellant s election on numerous grounds.

4. The election petition was filed on 23 July, 1970. The written statement was filed on 2 September, 1970. Seven issues were framed at the trial on various allegations as to corrupt practice. After the conclusion of evidence the petitioner gave up pleas giving rise to issues Nos. 1 and 2. Issues No. 3 (I), (iv),and (vi) were also given up. Issues No. 3 (ii), 3 (iii) 3(v) and 3(vii) were pressed and the Court decided the entire issue No. 3 against the election petitioner. Issues Nos. 4 (a) and (b) were decided against the election petitioner. Issue No. 5 was held to be proved only relating to Chan