Question Q13 (Continuation)GS2GS2

Executive agencies, working as the watchdog against impropriety, are vital to act against the corrupt; however, pandering to vested interests may have the effect of turning the idea of rule of law on its head. Comment, with special referent to controversies associated with the Enforcement Directorate (ED)

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Controversy around ED:

1Use to settle political scores; Raids in Media House, Ministry of State to settle political rivalry and drive public opinion. Raid at Tamil Nadu Minister House.

2Arbitrary Case: Wide discretion has led to thousands of cases suggesting raids only 69% - arrested only.

3Low Conviction Rate: 0% of 1182 trials only 2% convicted absent pending or disposed off reflecting politically motivated cases.

4Seizure of Assets: Seizure of assets by ED claimed eating at not backed by strong evidence.

Chairperson Tenure: Chairperson tenure extended to possible 5-year term with 2 extension possible. This can lead to compromised appointment - Independent appointed at CBI.

Zealot Actions: Fast disposal of case, Transparency in Investigation = No, Arbitrary Arrest, Heinous cases - strict punishment.

Conclusion: Partial judicial oversight watchdog under ED is key to escalating goals of 'Aaml Khel' and 'Corruption-Free Zindagi'.

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Conclusion

Partial judicial oversight watchdog under ED is key to escalating goals of 'Aaml Khel' and 'Corruption-Free Zindagi'.

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Zeal Actions branch showing: Fast disposal of case, Transparency in Investigation = No, Arbitrary Arrest, Heinous cases - strict punishment

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ADITYA HRIDAY UPADHYAY

AIR 1542025

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GS2GS2

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Executive, Judiciary, Ministries and Pressure Groups

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ED Controversies

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