M. KARUNANIDHI vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court addressed the Tamil Nadu Public Men (Criminal Misconduct) Act, 1973, and its implications on the prosecution of public officials, specifically the Chief Minister. The Court held that the repeal of the State Act did not invalidate the applicability of the Central Acts, including Sections 161, 468, and 471 of the Indian Penal Code and Section 5 of the Prevention of Corruption Act. The Court concluded that the appellant, as a public servant, could be prosecuted under these provisions, affirming the legal standing of the Central laws despite the State Act's repeal.