Investigative Agencies Must Act Fairly, Not Selectively

Investigative agencies occupy a position of immense responsibility within the justice system. Their credibility rests not merely on statutory authority but on fairness, neutrality, and constitutional compliance.

Recent judicial observations underline a critical principle: enforcement power must operate uniformly and without selective targeting.

Article 14 guarantees equality before the law. This principle applies not only to citizens but also to the conduct of the State. Investigations must be evidence-driven, transparent in procedure, and insulated from perception of bias.

Selective enforcement erodes public confidence and weakens institutional legitimacy. The rule of law demands consistency. Where discretion exists, it must be exercised rationally and objectively.

Judicial scrutiny remains an essential safeguard. Courts serve as constitutional sentinels to ensure that investigation does not transform into persecution.

The Supreme Court’s message is clear: power without fairness undermines justice itself.

In a constitutional democracy, authority must always answer to accountability.