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In a significant development, the Lok Sabha on Friday adopted the report of its ethics committee, resulting in the expulsion of Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra.
The committee found Moitra guilty of accepting gifts and illegal gratification from businessman Darshan Hiranandani to further his interests.
The report also accused Moitra of "unethical conduct" and contempt of the House for sharing her Lok Sabha credentials with unauthorized persons, posing a potential threat to national security.
The committee recommended Moitra's expulsion from the 17th Lok Sabha, describing her actions as "highly objectionable, unethical, heinous, and criminal."
Source: Hindustan Times
Former Lok Sabha secretary general PDT Achary noted that Moitra has the option to challenge the expulsion in the Supreme Court, citing potential procedural irregularities.
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Moitra could appeal on grounds of natural justice and fair hearing, challenging the jurisdiction and conduct of the ethics committee. The motion to expel Moitra for "unethical conduct" was moved by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi and adopted by a voice vote.
Despite demands from the opposition, Speaker Om Birla cited past precedence in denying Moitra the opportunity to present her views in the House.
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This expulsion marks a rare instance in Indian parliamentary history and is likely to generate further debate on the role of ethics in political conduct.
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