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Karnataka High Court holds that withdrawals of support after a No Confidence Motion request do not nullify the motion's validity, emphasizing procedural fairness under Panchayat Raj Rules. The ruling directs authorities to ensure a free and fair voting process, reinforcing the integrity of local governance mechanisms.
Chhattisgarh High Court rules that a conclusive inquiry report establishing misappropriation of public funds by Gram Panchayat officials imposes a mandatory duty on authorities to recover the funds and register an FIR. Failure to act violates constitutional accountability under Article 243G, empowering citizens to seek judicial intervention for enforcement of statutory duties.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that prolonged but temporary use of Gramakantam land for access does not create a legal easement, even if it is the only route to a residence. Public panchayat land remains inalienable community property, and private claims based on necessity alone cannot override statutory protections for village common land.