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Lokpal and Lokayuktas — Comprehensive Quiz

Answer all questions carefully. Questions cover the Ombudsman system, Indian legislative history, the 2013 Act, and state Lokayuktas.

Ombudsmen of the Republic: Lokpal, Lokayuktas, and India's Institutional Anti-Corruption Framework•hard•30 questions•~20 min

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Question 01

easy

The institution of Ombudsman was first created in which country and in which year?

Question 02

medium

Which of the following correctly describes the Swedish Ombudsman's relationship with the parliament?

Question 03

medium

Which of the following is NOT within the jurisdiction of the Swedish Ombudsman?

Question 04

easy

Which country was the first Commonwealth nation to adopt the Ombudsman system?

Question 05

medium

Consider the following statements about the Procurator System: 1. It is an institutional device for citizens' grievance redressal in socialist countries. 2. Russia's Procurator-General is appointed for a term of ten years. Which is/are correct?

Question 06

easy

The Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) that recommended the Lokpal and Lokayukta institutions was headed by whom?

Question 07

medium

According to the ARC, how did the proposed Lokpal's treatment of the judiciary differ from the Swedish Ombudsman model?

Question 08

medium

The ARC recommended that the Lokpal be appointed by the President after consulting which of the following? 1. Chief Justice of India 2. Speaker of Lok Sabha 3. Chairman of Rajya Sabha 4. Prime Minister

Question 09

easy

How many times was the Lokpal Bill introduced in Parliament before the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013 was finally enacted?

Question 10

hard

Which Lokpal Bills were WITHDRAWN by the respective governments (as opposed to lapsing due to Lok Sabha dissolution)?

Question 11

medium

The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013 received Presidential assent on which date and came into force on which date?

Question 12

hard

Under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013, which of the following correctly describes the composition of the Selection Committee for Lokpal?

Question 13

easy

Under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013, what is the maximum composition of the Lokpal?

Question 14

medium

Which of the following statements about the Prime Minister's inclusion under the Lokpal is correct?

Question 15

medium

Under the Lokpal Act 2013, what are the prescribed timelines for preliminary inquiry?

Question 16

medium

The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013 enhanced the maximum punishment under the Prevention of Corruption Act from how many years to how many years?

Question 17

medium

Which category of institutions is EXCLUDED from the Lokpal's jurisdiction under the 2013 Act?

Question 18

hard

Consider these drawbacks of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013: 1. Lokpal cannot suo motu proceed against any public servant. 2. Anonymous complaints are not allowed. 3. There is no limitation period for filing complaints. Which are correct?

Question 19

hard

Which Indian state was the FIRST to enact a Lokayukta law, and which was the first where it became actually operational?

Question 20

easy

In which state is the Lokayukta-equivalent institution called the 'State Accountability Commission (SAC)'?

Question 21

hard

In which of the following Indian states is the Chief Minister included within the jurisdiction of the Lokayukta?

Question 22

hard

In which states does the Lokayukta have jurisdiction over BOTH 'grievances' (maladministration) AND 'allegations' (corruption)?

Question 23

hard

In which states does the Lokayukta NOT possess the power to initiate investigations suo motu?

Question 24

easy

Which of the following correctly describes the binding nature of the Lokayukta's recommendations on the state government?

Question 25

medium

The Lokayukta presents its annual report to whom, and through whom is it placed before the state legislature?

Question 26

medium

Under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013, within how many days must states enact their Lokayukta laws?

Question 27

hard

Consider the following statements about the Lokpal's relationship with the CBI under the 2013 Act: 1. Lokpal has powers of superintendence and direction over the CBI for cases referred by it. 2. The Director of CBI is recommended by a High-Powered Committee chaired by the Prime Minister. 3. Transfer of CBI officers investigating Lokpal-referred cases requires the Lokpal's approval. Which are correct?

Question 28

medium

Which of the following states have established BOTH a Lokayukta AND an Upalokayukta as recommended structure?

Question 29

medium

The Lokpal's jurisdiction over foreign-funded entities under FCRA is triggered when annual foreign donations exceed what threshold?

Question 30

easy

What is the standard tenure of a Lokayukta in most Indian states, and can a Lokayukta be reappointed?

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