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#Judicial Delays
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Polity & GovernancePrelims + Mains
Over 7,200 CBI cases under Prevention of Corruption Act pending trial, says CVC report
Over 7,200 cases of corruption against CBI await trial, with more than 400 cases awaiting more than 20 years. In addition, 14,083 cases of appeal create additional delays. Though there is a very high rate of conviction amounting to 71.71%, long-drawn litigation reduces the effectiveness of the deterrence process.
2 Sept 2026 4 min
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Polity & GovernancePrelims + Mains
Over 4,000 Cases Pending Against MPs, MLAs | SC Report
The 22nd amicus brief draws attention to the delay in 4,192 criminal cases involving sitting and retired MPs/MLAs, 519 of which have been pending for more than ten years despite directives from the Supreme Court regarding the setting up of special courts. The delay in such cases is due to lack of capacity, investigative hurdles, adjournments, and poor monitoring.
19 Aug 2026 5 min