In the landmark Vineet Narain case (1997), the Supreme Court of India issued significant guidelines regarding the functioning of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). Concerned about the integrity and independence of investigative agencies in prosecuting corruption cases involving high- profile individuals, the Court directed that the CVC be given a statutory status to ensure its independence and effectiveness in supervising anti- corruption efforts.
In which one of the following cases did the Supreme Court give directions that statutory status should be conferred upon the Central Vigilance Commission ?
Asked in UPSC CISF AC EXE 2023 · Topic: The Supreme Court (Landmark Judgments and Doctrines)
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Answer: A. Vineet Narain & Others v. Union of India & Another
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