Lokpal of India: established by Section 3 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013
Background
The Lokpal of India was established by virtue of Section 3 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 coming into force on 16.01.2014. Its Foundation Day is therefore observed on 16 January. The Chairperson described it as an autonomous, independent and sui generis institution, born of a transformative civil society movement demanding an Ombudsman to combat corruption. The Chief Justice of India, at the same function, noted that Anna Hazare led one of the largest public movements against corruption.
Established under:
Section 3 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013
Came into force:
16.01.2014
Foundation Day:
16 January
Why it matters for exams: Section and Act under which the anti-corruption ombudsman was set up is a common polity question.
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