What is the role of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India, and how does its functioning impact the autonomy of states?
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies.
Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies.
Q3. What is the role of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India, and how does its functioning impact the autonomy of states? (150 words,10M)
Difficulty level: Moderate
- •Reference: The Hindu*
Why this question: The Supreme Court upheld the suit filed by the State of West Bengal accusing the Union of “constitutional overreach” by employing the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) without the State’s prior consent. Key Demand of the question: To explain the role of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India and analyze how its functioning impacts the autonomy of states. Directive: Discuss – This requires providing a detailed account of the CBI’s role and analyzing its impact on state autonomy. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Introduce the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as India’s premier investigative agency, responsible for handling high-profile and sensitive cases. Body: First part: Role of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Investigation of Complex Cases, Jurisdiction, Coordination with Interpol, Prosecution Second part: Impact on State Autonomy. Federal Structure, Consent of States, Conflict of Jurisdiction, Politicisation Allegations Conclusion: Highlight the importance of cooperative federalism and mutual respect between state and central governments to ensure justice and maintain the integrity of the federal structure.
Why this question:
The Supreme Court upheld the suit filed by the State of West Bengal accusing the Union of “constitutional overreach” by employing the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) without the State’s prior consent.
Key Demand of the question:
To explain the role of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India and analyze how its functioning impacts the autonomy of states.
Directive:
Discuss – This requires providing a detailed account of the CBI’s role and analyzing its impact on state autonomy.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Introduce the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as India’s premier investigative agency, responsible for handling high-profile and sensitive cases.
Body:
First part: Role of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Investigation of Complex Cases, Jurisdiction, Coordination with Interpol, Prosecution
Second part: Impact on State Autonomy.
Federal Structure, Consent of States, Conflict of Jurisdiction, Politicisation Allegations
Conclusion:
Highlight the importance of cooperative federalism and mutual respect between state and central governments to ensure justice and maintain the integrity of the federal structure.