STATE OF M.P. vs VIRENDRA KUMAR TRIPATHI

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of charges framed under Section 13(1)(e) read with Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, concerning the accused's alleged acquisition of disproportionate assets. The Court held that the sanction for prosecution was invalid as the Law and Legislative Department failed to consult the parent department, as mandated by a prior government order. Consequently, the Court upheld the High Court's decision to quash the charges against the accused due to lack of proper sanction, while affirming the legality of the investigation conducted by authorized officers.