Open problems · Governance & corruption
Lawmakers facing criminal cases
46% of MPs elected in 2024 declared criminal cases against themselves, and 31% face serious charges such as murder, rape or kidnapping.
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What we know
The figures come from the Association for Democratic Reforms' analysis of the affidavits candidates file. Under current law, a lawmaker is disqualified only on conviction with a sentence of two years or more, so a case that stays in trial never disqualifies anyone.
Open questions
- How many cases does your MP or MLA declare, and how long have they been pending?
- How quickly do the special courts for MPs and MLAs in your state decide cases?
- How many candidates with serious charges did each party field in your state?
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