Question
Consider the following statements about Lokpal:
1.The Lokpal was established under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, to address corruption among public functionaries. 2.The Lokpal comprises a Chairperson and eight Members, with at least 50% being non-Judicial Members. 3.The Lokpal has the authority to investigate corruption allegations against a wide range of public functionaries, including the Prime Minister. 4.The Lokpal's organizational structure includes an Administrative Branch headed by a Judicial Officer and a Judicial Branch led by a Secretary to the Government of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Solution
▪About: It is the first institution of its kind in independent India, created to combat corruption among public functionaries. oIt was established under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 to investigate allegations of corruption against individuals within its scope. Hence, statement 1 is correct. ▪Composition of the Lokpal: The Lokpal consists of a Chairperson and eight Members, with at least 50% being Judicial Members. Hence, statement 2 is not correct. Jurisdiction: The Lokpal has the authority to investigate allegations of corruption against a wide range of public functionaries, including the Prime Minister, Union Ministers, Members of Parliament, and officials in Groups A, B, C, and D of the Union Government. Hence, statement 3 is correct. ▪Organisational Structure: The Lokpal operates through two main branches: the Administrative Branch and the Judicial Branch. oAdministrative branch is headed by an officer of the rank of Secretary to the Government of India. oJudicial branch is headed by a Judicial Officer of an appropriate level. Hence, statement 4 is not correct.
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