https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=298429 The SC dismissed the petition seeking a writ of mandamus to direct the CBI to investigate allegations against the Chief Minister of Sikkim for misuse of public office and disproportionate assets. The Court emphasized that writ remedies are extraordinary and should not replace statutory remedies, highlighting that initiating investigations is the prerogative of the executive. The SC advised the petitioners to pursue statutory remedies and approach investigative agencies directly. The High Court of Sikkim was suggested as a more suitable forum for addressing the allegations, underscoring the limited role of the SC in initiating investigations. en-us Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0530 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 10:15:00 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=298429 The SC dismissed the petition seeking a writ of mandamus to direct the CBI to investigate allegations against the Chief Minister of Sikkim for misuse of public office and disproportionate assets. The Court emphasized that writ remedies are extraordinary and should not replace statutory remedies, highlighting that initiating investigations is the prerogative of the executive. The SC advised the petitioners to pursue statutory remedies and approach investigative agencies directly. The High Court of Sikkim was suggested as a more suitable forum for addressing the allegations, underscoring the limited role of the SC in initiating investigations. Case-Laws Indian Laws Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=298429