Complete Police Verification Of Candidates Selected For Govt Service Within 6 Months Of Their Appointment : Supreme Court Directs All States

The Supreme Court directed all states to complete police verification of candidates selected for government service within six months of their appointment. The directive came after concerns about the delay in background checks, which could result in individuals with criminal backgrounds being appointed to sensitive positions. The Court’s order aims to ensure that proper security checks are conducted and that only eligible and trustworthy individuals are appointed to public service, enhancing the credibility and integrity of the recruitment process in government departments.