An appeal against the final order of Election Tribunal lies before the
- High Court
- Election Commission
- Appellate Tribuna
- Supreme Court
Explanation
An appeal against the final order of an Election Tribunal lies before the High Court, as per the Elections Act, 2017 (Section 63).
- The Election Tribunal is the authority that decides election disputes.
- If a party is not satisfied with the final decision of the Tribunal, the only legal remedy is to approach the High Court through an appeal or constitutional petition.
- Appellate Tribunals are only for appeals against acceptance/rejection of nomination papers, not final election disputes.