Manzoor Ali Khan vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court examined the constitutionality of Section 19 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, which mandates prior sanction for prosecuting public servants. The Court held that this provision grants arbitrary discretion to the government, potentially shielding corrupt officials from accountability. The Court emphasized the need for reform to enhance public integrity and directed that the requirement of sanction should not impede the prosecution of corrupt politicians and officials, thereby reinforcing the principle of accountability in public service.