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What should the powers of the Lok Pal be in respect of suo motu complaints, investigations, search and seizures?
In the middle of last year after some drama, the Government of Karnataka conferred suo motu (or suo moto) powers to the Lok Ayukta.… Continue reading
What should the Jurisdiction of the Lok Pal be?
This is indeed a much debated question and there are many views on it. Most activists including myself feel that everyone should be covered under a strong Act. This includes both the higher judiciary and the office of the Prime Minister.… Continue reading
What should the composition of the collegium be for the selection of the Lok Pal?
The effective functioning of the Lok Pal depends on the expertise, experience and the calibre of people populating it. This being said, it becomes critical that the right persons are selected for this role as they will not only help set standards of functioning but their decisions will become precedents that will be quoted in the future. … Continue reading
Selection criteria for the Chairperson and members
The Lok Pal Bill of the Government has one Chairperson who is or has been the Chief Justice or a Judge of the Supreme Court, and two members who are or have been Judges of the Supreme Court or the Chief Justices of the High Courts.… Continue reading
There has been a lot of discussion on the Lok Pal Bill and what civil society can or cannot contribute as part of the drafting process. Much water has flowed under the bridge and both the Government and Civil Society have reconciled to the fact that there will be a joint drafting committee and together they would prepare a draft which would then be presented to the Parliament through the Union Cabinet.… Continue reading