'CBI must show it is an uncaged parrot': Supreme Court's strong observation in Arvind Kejriwal bail hearing

Supreme Court Grants Bail to Arvind Kejriwal, Raises Questions About CBI's Independence

The Supreme Court has granted bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a defamation case filed by BJP leader Arun Jaitley, but not before making some strong observations about the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

A bench headed by Justice Dipak Misra observed that the CBI must show that it is not an "uncaged parrot" of the government.

The court also said that the CBI must act independently and not be influenced by political considerations.

The observations came after the CBI opposed Kejriwal's bail plea, arguing that he had made defamatory statements against Jaitley.

The court, however, rejected the CBI's arguments, saying that Kejriwal's statements were made in the context of a political debate and did not constitute defamation.

The court also noted that Kejriwal had already apologized for his statements.

The Supreme Court's observations are significant because they raise questions about the independence of the CBI.

The CBI is a federal agency responsible for investigating serious crimes, including corruption and terrorism.

However, there have been allegations that the CBI has been used by the government to target political opponents.

The Supreme Court's observations will put pressure on the CBI to demonstrate its independence.

CBI's Track Record Under Scrutiny

The CBI's track record has come under scrutiny in recent years.

In 2013, the Supreme Court quashed the CBI's case against former Telecom Minister A. Raja in the 2G spectrum scam.

The court found that the CBI had failed to provide sufficient evidence to support its charges.

In 2014, the CBI was accused of shielding former Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi in the 2002 Gujarat riots.

The Supreme Court appointed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the riots.

The SIT found no evidence to support the allegations against Modi.

The CBI's track record has led to questions about its credibility.

The Supreme Court's observations are a reminder that the CBI must be independent and impartial.

CBI Must Regain Public Trust

The CBI is a vital institution in India's criminal justice system.

However, its reputation has been damaged by allegations of political interference.

The CBI must regain the public's trust.

The Supreme Court's observations are a step in the right direction.

The CBI must now show that it is an independent and impartial agency.

Only then will it be able to regain the public's trust.