The Supreme Court today sought the response of former UP Chief Minister Mayawati on a plea seeking her prosecution in the 17 crore Rupees Taj corridor scam case without the sanction of the Governor.

The court also issued notice to the Centre, the CBI and the Uttar Pradesh government on a petition challenging a judgement of Allahabad High Court giving relief to the BSP supremo.

The bench also issued notice to Mayawati's former Cabinet colleague Naseemuddin Siddiqui and sought his response in the case.

The bench was hearing a batch of appeals against the November 5, 2012 judgement of the Allahabad High Court. The petitioners have contended that the prosecution can be launched against them without sanction of the Governor.