Speaker's Decision on AIADMK Lawmakers' Resignations Questioned

The high court observed that the Speaker, unlike the Governor, does not enjoy any legal immunity when dealing with resignation matters. The AIADMK’s counsel argued that the Speaker should have responded directly to the allegations raised in the petition, rather than relying on a generic reply filed by the assembly secretary. The petitioners emphasized that the Speaker was aware of the legislators’ swift move to join the TVK after voting for the government, and therefore a verification process was essential before accepting the resignations.