Lokpal
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A Lokpal (Sanskrit: लोकपाल lokapāla, "defender of people" or "People's Friend") is an anti-corruption authority or body of ombudsman who represents the public interest in the Republic of India. The current Chairperson of Lokpal is Ajay Manikrao Khanwilkar. The Lokpal has jurisdiction over central government to inquire into allegations of corruption against its public functionaries and for matters connected to corruption. The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act was passed in 2013 with amendments in parliament, following the Jan Lokpal movement led by Anna Hazare in 2010. The Lokpal is responsible for enquiring into corruption charges at the national level while the Lokayukta performs the same function at the state level. The age of Lokpal (chairperson or member) on the date of assuming office as the chairperson or a member should not be less than 45 years.
लोकपाल | |
Agency overview | |
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Formed | 19 March 2019; 5 years ago (2019-03-19) |
Type | Ombudsman agency |
Jurisdiction | Government of India |
Status | Active |
Headquarters | New Delhi, India |
Motto | 'मा गृधः कस्यस्विद्धनम्' means: "Do not be greedy for anyone's wealth" |
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Child Agency | |
Website | https://lokpal.gov.in |