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    Question

    A vacancy arises due to the death of the Central

    Vigilance Commissioner (CVC). Until a new CVC is appointed, who can legally discharge the functions of the CVC?
    A Senior-most Vigilance Commissioner automatically, without any formal order Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Any Vigilance Commissioner, if so authorised by the President through notification Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Cabinet Secretary, by virtue of seniority Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Home Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Prime Minister’s Office-designated officer Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 10(1) allows the President, by notification, to authorise one Vigilance Commissioner to act as CVC until a new CVC is appointed in case of vacancy due to death, resignation or otherwise.​

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