New Delhi, Sept. 8 -- Former Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav's senior counsel on Monday argued that 'Land for Job' is a politically motivated case. There is no evidence to show that jobs were given to candidates in lieu of land. There are sale deeds which show that lands were purchased for money.

Special Judge Vishal Gogne heard the arguements on the charge on behalf of Lalu Prasad Yadav and listed the matter for Tuesday for further arguements. The court is likely to hear rebuttal arguements by the CBI as well.

Senior advocate Maninder Singh appeared through video conferencing for Lalu Prasad Yadav and submitted that "there was no violation of any rule for appointment, and there were no jobs given for land".

It was also argued that ...