How is the Tamil Nadu Government questioning ED’s power to probe ‘any offence’ in the country

An explanation of the Tamil Nadu Government's query on the extent of ED's authority to investigate offenses across the nation.
1. The Tamil Nadu Government has raised concerns over the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) authority to probe 'any offence' across the nation. 2. The state government questions whether ED's jurisdiction extends to investigating offenses that are not related to financial irregularities or economic crimes. 3. There is a debate on the interpretation of the term 'any offence' mentioned in the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), which empowers the ED to investigate a wide range of offenses. 4. The Tamil Nadu Government seeks clarity on the scope and limitations of ED's authority to ensure that the agency does not overstep its boundaries while carrying out investigations. 5. This query reflects a larger debate on the balance between empowering enforcement agencies and protecting states' autonomy within the federal structure of India.
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