kolkata

IIE DIGITAL DESK :significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe order regarding the creation of additional vacancies in the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) recruitment process, stating that not all state decisions can be challenged. The decision comes as a setback for those seeking a deeper investigation into the alleged irregularities surrounding the creation of extra posts in the SSC recruitment, which had raised concerns about transparency and fairness.

The case pertains to the alleged manipulation of SSC recruitment procedures, where it was suggested that additional vacancies were created without proper procedures, leading to questions about the fairness of the selection process. The petitioners had sought a CBI inquiry into the issue, arguing that the creation of these additional vacancies might have compromised the integrity of the recruitment process.

However, the Supreme Court, in its ruling, clarified that not all administrative or policy decisions by state bodies could be subject to judicial review. The bench observed that such decisions fall under the domain of executive discretion, and only those actions that directly violate legal principles or have clear public consequences can be challenged. The Court emphasized that it is not within its jurisdiction to review every state decision, particularly when it involves matters of governance and administrative discretion.

This ruling has important implications for future cases where the creation of vacancies or recruitment processes are questioned. The Court’s decision reaffirms the principle of separation of powers, highlighting the need for judicial restraint in matters that fall within the realm of executive decisions. While the petitioners were disappointed by the verdict, it remains a landmark case in understanding the limits of judicial intervention in administrative matters.