MANOHAR LAL SHARMA vs THE PRINCIPLE SECRETARY & OTHERS

The Supreme Court addressed the necessity of Central Government approval under Section 6A of the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946 for investigations under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The Court held that such approval is not required when investigations are monitored by the Court, emphasizing the need for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to operate independently from executive influence. The Court's ruling aims to enhance the functional autonomy of the CBI in corruption cases, particularly those involving high-ranking officials.