SC: Easy bail for all women PMLA accused can't be norm

The Supreme Court rejects bail plea of a former deputy secretary and OSD and refuses to grant her benefit of Section 45 of PMLA, stating that the provision should not be given in all cases. The court observes that educated and well-placed women are involved in illegal activities, including money laundering. It emphasizes that courts should exercise discretion judiciously while granting the benefit of the provision. The court also notes that nowadays educated women engage in commercial ventures and may inadvertently participate in illegal activities.

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