Which of the following is/are the powers and functions of the Central Vigilance Commission?
1. Exercise superintendence over the functioning of Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) in matters relating to investigation of offences committed under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
2. Give directions to DSPE regarding the manner to investigate cases
3. Review the progress of investigation conducted by DSPE.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) 1 and 3 only.

Explanation

The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) exercises specific statutory powers over the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE), primarily under the Central Vigilance Commission Act, 2003.

1. Statement 1 is correct: Under Section 8(1)(a) of the CVC Act, 2003, the Commission has the power of superintendence over the DSPE (CBI) specifically for investigations of offences alleged to have been committed under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.
2. Statement 2 is incorrect: While the CVC can give general directions to the DSPE for the purpose of discharging its responsibilities, the Act contains a specific proviso in Section 8(1)(b). It states that the Commission cannot exercise its powers in a manner that requires the DSPE to investigate or dispose of any case in a particular manner. Essentially, the CVC cannot interfere with the specific technical or procedural "how" of an ongoing investigation to ensure the CBI's investigative autonomy.
3. Statement 3 is correct: Under Section 8(1)(e), the CVC is empowered to review the progress of investigations conducted by the DSPE into offences under the Prevention of Corruption Act. This is done through periodic review meetings to ensure cases are not delayed unnecessarily.