STATE OF PUNJAB vs MANINDER SINGH

The Supreme Court criticized the State Government for legitimizing corruption and shielding officers involved in the misappropriation of Rs. 1.61 crores of public funds. The Court found the High Court's quashing of the F.I.R. to be contrary to fundamental principles of criminal law, as it was based on an officer's note suggesting no action was needed. The Court dismissed the petition but expressed deep disapproval of the Government's conduct in protecting corrupt officials from prosecution, emphasizing the need for accountability under the law.