Vijay, the leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is facing delays in his swearing-in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu due to Governor Rajendra Arlekar's insistence on proof of a 118-member majority. Despite winning 108 seats and receiving support from 5 Congress MLAs, Vijay's total remains short of the required number. Legal experts, including Abhishek Manu Singhvi, argue that the Governor's demand for formal letters of support constitutes an unconstitutional delay, as the TVK is the largest party with no rival claimants. The Supreme Court of India has historically ruled that the true test of majority should occur on the Assembly floor rather than through the Governor's subjective assessment. This principle stems from the landmark S.R. Bommai v. Union of India case, which established that a Governor must facilitate a floor test to uphold democratic momentum. The Supreme Court has intervened in similar situations in the past, emphasizing the need for quick resolutions to prevent corruption and ensure transparency in the political process.