<h4>The Supreme Court's Invocation of Article 142 in Chandigarh Mayoral Election</h4><p>The <strong>Chandigarh mayoral election</strong> recently drew significant national attention due to the intervention of the <strong>Supreme Court of India</strong>.</p><p>The apex court invoked its extraordinary powers under <strong>Article 142</strong> of the <strong>Indian Constitution</strong> to rectify irregularities observed in the electoral process.</p><div class='key-point-box'><p>This intervention led to the <strong>overturning of the initial election results</strong>, underscoring the Supreme Court's role in ensuring justice and upholding democratic principles.</p></div><h4>Understanding Article 142 of the Indian Constitution</h4><p><strong>Article 142</strong> is a unique provision that grants wide-ranging powers to the <strong>Supreme Court of India</strong>.</p><p>It empowers the Court to issue any <strong>decree or order</strong> deemed necessary to deliver <strong>complete justice</strong> in any case or matter presented before it.</p><div class='info-box'><p><strong>Scope:</strong> These decrees and orders are <strong>enforceable throughout the territory of India</strong>, making them potent instruments for judicial intervention and resolution.</p></div><div class='exam-tip-box'><p><strong>UPSC Insight:</strong> Article 142 is often discussed in the context of <strong>judicial activism</strong> and the balance of power between the judiciary, executive, and legislature. Candidates should understand its constitutional basis and its implications for governance.</p></div>