SC asks if ED is arguing 'failure of constitutional machinery' in WB by claiming rule of law breach
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Why in news
The Supreme Court questioned the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) regarding its assertion of a 'breakdown of constitutional machinery' in West Bengal during a dispute over a raid at I-PAC premises.
Background
The Supreme Court paused the ED's rejoinder against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and state officials. The dispute involves allegations of rule-of-law violations during a coal smuggling case investigation at the I-PAC premises in Kolkata.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyED: Directorate of Enforcement is the central agency responsible for enforcing the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
- PostSolicitor General: Tushar Mehta appeared on behalf of the ED before the Supreme Court.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the legal and constitutional implications of invoking the 'breakdown of constitutional machinery' in the context of federal disputes between central agencies and state governments.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Federal friction: Conflict between central investigative powers and state executive autonomy
- Judicial oversight: Role of the Supreme Court in moderating agency overreach and procedural integrity
- Rule of law: Balancing administrative urgency with established legal protocols during raids
Keywords: Constitutional Machinery · Federalism · Rule of Law · Judicial Review · Executive Overreach
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