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Lokpal and Lokayuktas

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Anti-corruption ombudsman institutions. The Lokpal Act, 2013 created a Lokpal at the Union level to investigate graft charges against public functionaries, including the Prime Minister (with specific restrictions). Each state must institute a Lokayukta for parallel oversight. They enjoy investigatory powers, summoning witnesses, and recommending prosecution. Lokpal’s search committee finalizes the chairperson—usually a former Chief Justice or judge. Although hailed as a milestone for accountability, Lokpal and Lokayuktas face challenges in administrative support, overlapping jurisdictions with CBI, and political interference. Nonetheless, they remain a pivotal step in reinforcing transparency and integrity, upholding the constitutional ethos of clean governance.

Practice Questions

What is the procedure for impeachment of the President of India?

मौलिक अधिकारों के उल्लंघन पर तत्काल न्यायिक राहत किस अनुच्छेद में दी जाती है?

विधान सभा सदस्यों के विवाद समाधान की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में है?

Which of the following provisions of the Indian Constitution is related to the financial emergency?

The Parliament of India consists of which of the following?

न्यायपालिका की स्वतंत्रता किस अनुच्छेद में सुनिश्चित की गई है?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की नियुक्ति में किसका निर्णय अंतिम होता है?

संसद में मतभेद सुलझाने के लिए किस व्यवस्था का प्रयोग होता है?

What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha?

लोकसभा का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?