This document details the establishment of the Lokpal, an independent body to investigate allegations of corruption against public functionaries. It outlines the composition of the Lokpal, including the Chairperson and Members, their eligibility criteria, appointment process through a Selection Committee, and their terms of office. The Act also defines the powers and functions of the Lokpal, such...
The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, established an independent anti-corruption ombudsman in India. This act aims to combat corruption by creating a body to inquire into allegations of corruption against public functionaries. It outlines the structure, powers, and functions of the Lokpal at the central level and provides for the establishment of Lokayuktas in states. The act covers various...
This official notification announces that the Central Government, in accordance with the powers granted by sub-section (4) of Section 1 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, has appointed January 16, 2014, as the date when the provisions of the said Act will come into effect. This signifies the commencement of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, which aims to establish an ombudsman institution at...
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions has issued rules for the constitution, terms, and conditions of the Search Committee responsible for preparing a panel of names for the appointment of the Chairperson and Members of the Lokpal. These rules, effective from their publication in the Official Gazette, define key terms like ‘Act’, ‘member’, ‘Search...
This document outlines the rules for the formation and functioning of the Search Committee responsible for recommending candidates for the Lokpal and Lokayuktas. The rules detail the committee’s composition, its chairperson, and its convener. It also specifies the tenure of the committee members, which is two years, with the possibility of reappointment. Procedures for meetings, including...
This document outlines the “Lokpal and Lokayuktas (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2014”, which aims to address challenges in implementing Section 44 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013. This section mandates public servants to declare their assets and liabilities. The order specifies that relevant rules will be modified or amended within 180 days of the Act’s commencement...
This order addresses the practical challenges in implementing Section 44 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, which mandates public servants to declare their assets and liabilities. It provides a framework for modifying existing rules, such as the Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules and All-India Services (Conduct) Rules, to align with the Act’s requirements. The order sets a timeline...
The Central Government has issued new rules, the Public Servants (Furnishing of Information and Annual Return of Assets and Liabilities and the Limits for Exemption of Assets in Filing Returns) Rules, 2014. These rules mandate that public servants must declare their assets and liabilities annually. This declaration includes information on movable and immovable property, as well as debts. The...
This notification introduces the “Lokpal (Declaration of Assets and Liabilities by Public Servants) Rules, 2014”, outlining the procedures for public servants to declare their assets and liabilities. It specifies the format and timelines for filing these declarations and annual statements. The rules also define certain exemptions, allowing public servants to be exempted from declaring...
The Central Government has extended the deadline for public servants to file their property returns and asset declarations. Initially set at 180 days from January 16, 2014, this period has been extended to 270 days to allow for modifications and amendments to existing rules, ensuring they align with the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013. This decision follows consultations with various authorities...