GK Question

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Under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, the Lokpal consists of a Chairperson and up to ______ members, of which 50% shall be judicial members.

  1. 4
  2. 6
  3. 8
  4. 10

Answer: 8

Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013: Lokpal consists of Chairperson (former CJI or SC Judge) + up to 8 members (50% judicial: former SC Judges/HC Chief Justices; 50% non-judicial: persons of integrity with 25+ years experience in anti-corruption policy, public administration, finance, law, management). Appointed by President on recommendation of selection committee: PM, Speaker, LoP, CJI/nominee, eminent jurist. Ensures expertise and independence in anti-corruption adjudication.

Topic Lokpal - Composition
Exam Relevance Anti-corruption institution composition question frequently asked in UPSC and SSC exams