Consider the following statements about Lokpal:
I. The power of Lokpal applies to public servants of India, but not to the Indian public servants posted outside India.
II. The Chairperson or a Member shall not be a Member of the Parliament or a Member of the Legislature of any State or Union Territory, and only the Chief Justice of India, whether incumbent or retired, has to be its Chairperson.
III. The Chairperson or a Member shall not be a person of less than forty-five years of age on the date of assuming office as the Chairperson or Member, as the case may be.
IV. Lokpal cannot inquire into the allegations of corruption against a sitting Prime Minister of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Detailed Explanation:
The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 provides for an anti-corruption ombudsman at the national level. The Lokpal can investigate corruption allegations against public servants, including certain cases involving the Prime Minister.
Only Statement III is correct because a person must be at least 45 years old to become the Chairperson or a Member of the Lokpal.
Why other statements are wrong:
| Statement | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| I | ❌ Incorrect | Lokpal's jurisdiction extends to Indian public servants, including those posted abroad. |
| II | ❌ Incorrect | Chairperson need not be only the Chief Justice of India; former judges or eminent persons can also be appointed. |
| III | ✅ Correct | Minimum age for Chairperson or Member is 45 years. |
| IV | ❌ Incorrect | Lokpal can inquire into allegations against a sitting Prime Minister, subject to specific safeguards. |
📝 Short Notes: Lokpal
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Established Under | Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 |
| Purpose | Anti-corruption ombudsman |
| Minimum Age | 45 years |
| Jurisdiction | Public servants, including certain cases involving PM |
| Chairperson | Former CJI, Supreme Court Judge, or eminent person |
| Members | Judicial and non-judicial members |
Key Fact:
The Lokpal consists of a Chairperson and up to eight Members, with at least 50% of the Members being from SC, ST, OBC, minorities, or women.
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