This document contains the full judgement from the Supreme Court of India in the case of Charan Singh vs. State of Maharashtra and Ors. It details the legal arguments presented by both sides concerning an 'open enquiry' into allegations of accumulating assets disproportionate to known sources of income. The judgement clarifies the permissibility and scope of preliminary enquiries before an FIR is registered, particularly in corruption cases involving public servants. This is essential reading for legal professionals and individuals involved in similar cases.