New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- Union home minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said the charges once brought against him were "false," but he abided by constitutional principles by resigning from his post before going to jail. His remarks came in response to Congress leader KC Venugopal's question over his arrest in the Lok Sabha during Parliament's monsoon session.

The exchange took place shortly after Amit Shah introduced three bills in the Lower House, including the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025. The bill seeks to remove the Prime Minister or chief ministers facing corruption or serious offence charges if they remain in detention for 30 consecutive days.

He also tabled the Government of Union Territories (Amendment)...