The Supreme Court of India has ruled on the maintainability of a plea challenging the appointment of the Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC). The court held that the appointment of the CVC is not immune from judicial review and can be challenged in a court of law. The petition was filed by a non-governmental organization, which alleged that the appointment was made in an arbitrary and opaque manner. The court observed that the appointment of the CVC is a critical aspect of the functioning of the anti-corruption machinery and must be made in a fair and transparent manner. The court also stated that the rules of appointment must be followed in letter and spirit to ensure that the appointment is free from any irregularities. The judgment has significant implications for the functioning of the anti-corruption machinery in India. The court has emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in the appointment of the CVC and has directed the government to ensure that the rules of appointment are followed in all future appointments. The court has also directed the government to review and revise the rules of appointment to ensure that they are in line with the principles of fairness and transparency. The judgment is expected to have far-reaching consequences for the functioning of the anti-corruption machinery in India and is seen as a significant step towards ensuring that the appointment of the CVC is made in a fair and transparent manner.