What does the Supreme Court verdict say regarding West Bengal's challenge to CBI probes
Clarification on the Supreme Court's decision related to West Bengal's challenge to CBI probes.
1. The Supreme Court upheld the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) authority to probe cases in West Bengal.
- The verdict stated that no state government can withhold permission for CBI investigations in cases of corruption and other serious offenses.
- The court emphasized that the CBI is a central agency and can investigate cases across states without state government interference.
- The ruling reiterated the need for cooperation between state governments and central agencies to ensure seamless investigation of criminal cases.
- This decision sets a precedent for maintaining the autonomy and jurisdiction of central investigative agencies like the CBI in conducting impartial probes.
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