Detailed Explanation:

Correct Answer: ✅ Option 3 — Statements 1 and 3 only

The Ethics Committee of the Lok Sabha examines complaints related to unethical conduct by Members of Parliament and recommends appropriate action. It was initially formed as an ad-hoc body and later became a permanent committee.

✅ Statement 1 is Correct: The Lok Sabha Ethics Committee was first constituted as an ad-hoc committee in 2000 and became a permanent committee in 2015.

❌ Statement 2 is Incorrect: Complaints can originate from any person. If the complainant is not an MP, the complaint must be forwarded by a Lok Sabha Member.

✅ Statement 3 is Correct: The Committee does not examine sub-judice matters, i.e., matters currently under consideration by a court of law.

Short Notes: Ethics Committee of Lok Sabha

• Constituted initially as an ad-hoc committee in 2000.

• Became a permanent committee in 2015.

• Examines cases involving unethical conduct of Members of Parliament.

• Frames and enforces standards of parliamentary ethics and conduct.

• Can recommend disciplinary action against members.

• Complaints may be initiated by citizens but require forwarding by an MP.

• Cannot take up sub-judice matters.

• Helps maintain the dignity and credibility of Parliament.