M.C. Mehta vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the refusal of the Governor of Uttar Pradesh to grant sanction for the prosecution of Ms. Mayawati and Mr. Naseemuddin Siddiqui under Section 197 Cr.P.C. The Court emphasized the necessity of sanction for prosecuting public servants and examined the legal validity of the Governor's order. Ultimately, the Court directed the CBI to produce relevant records and clarified the procedural requirements for seeking such sanction, reinforcing the importance of accountability in public office.