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CBI Court Sentences Chhota Rajan to 7 Years in Chennai Passport Fraud Case
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CBI Court Sentences Chhota Rajan to 7 Years in Chennai Passport Fraud Case
A special CBI court in Chennai sentenced underworld don Chhota Rajan to seven years of rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of ₹55,000 on 30 July 2026, after finding him guilty of cheating, forgery, and submitting forged documents to obtain an Indian passport.
Background
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) investigates cases involving fraud, corruption and organised crime that have inter-state or national ramifications. Special CBI courts are designated to try such cases with dedicated judicial focus.
Key Highlights
- The verdict relates to a passport fraud case involving forged documentation.
- The court held Chhota Rajan guilty under provisions related to cheating and forgery.
- The case underscores the CBI's continuing role in prosecuting organised crime figures through the judicial process.
TNPSC Relevance
Structure and jurisdiction of the CBI, special courts, and the criminal justice system are relevant to the Judiciary and Governance sections of TNPSC exams.
Static GK Links
- CBI was established in 1963 and derives investigative powers from the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946.
- Passport-related offences are also covered under the Passports Act, 1967.
Exam Notes
Memory tip: CBI's statutory basis = Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946 (not a standalone CBI Act).
TNPSC MCQs
| No. | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The CBI derives its investigative powers primarily from which Act? | Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946 — Explanation: There is no standalone CBI Act; it operates under this 1946 law. |
| 2 | In which city was Chhota Rajan sentenced in the passport fraud case? | Chennai — Explanation: A special CBI court in Chennai delivered the verdict on 30 July 2026. |
| 3 | Passport-related offences in India are governed by which Act? | Passports Act, 1967 — Explanation: It regulates issuance and misuse of Indian passports. |
Written by: Janani — Content Editor, TNCareerHub
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