Mains Answer Writing - 17 Jan, 2026

GS2

Indian Polity

10 marks

Critically examine the constitutional validity of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 in light of the Supreme Court’s split verdict in Centre for Public Interest Litigation v. Union of India. Discuss its implications for the fight against corruption and the principles of equality and accountability in public administration.

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Start with the core issue: Explain Section 17A and its linkage with Article 14 and accountability of public servants.
Highlight the split verdict: Compare conditional validity (Justice Viswanathan) with arbitrariness and class protection (Justice Nagarathna).
End with balanced analysis: Show how Section 17A protects honest officers but may dilute anti-corruption efforts unless backed by strong safeguards.

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