SEEMA DHAMDHERE, SECRETARY, M.P.S.C. vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA .

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of the investigation into alleged malpractice by the Maharashtra Public Service Commission, emphasizing the need for a fair investigation under the supervision of the Director General of Police as per the High Court's directive. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to allow the investigation to continue, clarifying that the affidavit of the investigating officer, S.B. Pujari, should not be used in other proceedings. The Court concluded that the transfer of police officials in the context of the investigation was not impermissible and that the statutory body's reputation should be preserved while ensuring justice in the investigation process.