MANZOOR ALI KHAN vs UNION OF INDIA .

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 ensure that corruption cases can be prosecuted without undue barriers, thereby upholding the integrity of public service.