INDERPREET SINGH KAHLON vs STATE OF PUNJAB .

The Supreme Court addressed the serious misconduct of R.S. Sidhu, the former Chairman of the Punjab Public Service Commission, who was implicated in a bribery case under Section 7 and Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The Court emphasized the necessity for thorough scrutiny of candidates for constitutional positions to ensure integrity and merit, highlighting the significant recovery of assets amounting to approximately Rs. 22 crores linked to Sidhu's corrupt practices. The judgment reinforces the principle that transparency is crucial in appointments to high offices, ultimately upholding the integrity of constitutional authorities.