The Supreme Court of India has ordered the Centre to provide details of the PM CARES Fund, which was set up to provide relief to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Background: The PM CARES Fund was set up in March 2020 to provide relief to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Parties: The petitioners, who were activists, argued that the Centre should provide details of the PM CARES Fund, including the amount of money collected and the manner in which it was being utilized. The Centre, on the other hand, argued that the details of the fund were not required to be disclosed. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the Centre was required to provide details of the PM CARES Fund. Court observations: The Supreme Court observed that the Centre was required to provide details of the PM CARES Fund. The court held that the details of the fund, including the amount of money collected and the manner in which it was being utilized, were required to be disclosed in the interest of transparency and accountability. Significance: The judgment is significant as it orders the Centre to provide details of the PM CARES Fund. The judgment is also important as it recognizes the need for transparency and accountability in the utilization of public funds. The judgment will help to promote transparency and accountability in the functioning of the government, which is essential for the effective governance of the country.