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Question 1 of 3
1. Question
In the context of the institution of Lokpal of India, consider the following statements:
1. The salary, allowances, and other conditions of services of the Chairperson of the Lokpal are the same as that of the Chief Justice of India.
2. The expenses of the Lokpal are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: Lokpal is appointed by the President on the recommendation of a committee headed by the Prime Minister which includes the Chief Justice of India, Speaker of Lok Sabha and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and an eminent Jurist as its member. Salaries, allowances and service conditions of the Lokpal chairperson will be the same as that for the Chief Justice of India. For other members, these will be the same as that for a Judge of the Supreme Court.
Statement 2 is correct: The administrative expenses of the Lokpal, including all salaries, allowances and pensions payable to or in respect of the Chairperson, Members or Secretary or other officers or staff of the Lokpal, shall be charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India and any fees or other moneys taken by the Lokpal shall form part of that Fund.
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Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: Lokpal is appointed by the President on the recommendation of a committee headed by the Prime Minister which includes the Chief Justice of India, Speaker of Lok Sabha and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and an eminent Jurist as its member. Salaries, allowances and service conditions of the Lokpal chairperson will be the same as that for the Chief Justice of India. For other members, these will be the same as that for a Judge of the Supreme Court.
Statement 2 is correct: The administrative expenses of the Lokpal, including all salaries, allowances and pensions payable to or in respect of the Chairperson, Members or Secretary or other officers or staff of the Lokpal, shall be charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India and any fees or other moneys taken by the Lokpal shall form part of that Fund.
Question 2 of 3
2. Question
Consider the following statements
1. The classification of Non-Constitutional bodies depend on their power derivation.
2. A statutory body/ authority is not regulated by law. They get their powers from an executive order.
3. Non-statutory bodies are set up by law and empowered to put in force legislation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Explanation:
Classification of Non-Constitutional Bodies
The classification of Non-Constitutional bodies depends on their power derivation. Such bodies are classified into two categories. They are:
Statutory Body
Non-statutory Body
Statutory Body
A statutory body/ authority is set up by law and empowered to put in force legislation on behalf of the country in its field of work/ functioning. E.g., National Human Rights Commission and National Investigation Agency.
According to the roles and responsibilities the statutory bodies are classified into:
Regulatory Body
Quasi- Judicial Body
A statutory body can be both quasi-judicial and regulatory in nature.
Non-statutory Body
Non-statutory bodies are not regulated by law. They get their powers from an executive order issued by the central government. For E.g., NITI Aayog and National Development Council.
Regulatory Body
Being a government agency, a regulatory body has the power to exercise autonomous authority in a supervisory capacity in certain areas of human activity. E.g., the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority and the Biodiversity Authority of India.
The roles and responsibilities of regulatory bodies are given below:
Place conditions and restrictions on organisations and businesses in order to promote fair trade.
In cases of violation of standards imposing penalties/ fines.
Carrying out regular inspections and conducting audits.
They also work towards protecting consumer interest, adjudicating controversies and conducting hearings if needed.
Incorrect
Explanation:
Classification of Non-Constitutional Bodies
The classification of Non-Constitutional bodies depends on their power derivation. Such bodies are classified into two categories. They are:
Statutory Body
Non-statutory Body
Statutory Body
A statutory body/ authority is set up by law and empowered to put in force legislation on behalf of the country in its field of work/ functioning. E.g., National Human Rights Commission and National Investigation Agency.
According to the roles and responsibilities the statutory bodies are classified into:
Regulatory Body
Quasi- Judicial Body
A statutory body can be both quasi-judicial and regulatory in nature.
Non-statutory Body
Non-statutory bodies are not regulated by law. They get their powers from an executive order issued by the central government. For E.g., NITI Aayog and National Development Council.
Regulatory Body
Being a government agency, a regulatory body has the power to exercise autonomous authority in a supervisory capacity in certain areas of human activity. E.g., the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority and the Biodiversity Authority of India.
The roles and responsibilities of regulatory bodies are given below:
Place conditions and restrictions on organisations and businesses in order to promote fair trade.
In cases of violation of standards imposing penalties/ fines.
Carrying out regular inspections and conducting audits.
They also work towards protecting consumer interest, adjudicating controversies and conducting hearings if needed.
Question 3 of 3
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the jurisdiction of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC):
1. The jurisdiction extends to members of All India Services serving in connection with the affairs of the Union.
2. Managers and above in General Insurance Companies also come under the jurisdiction of CVC.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct and statement 2 is correct: The jurisdiction of the CVC extends to the following:
1. Members of All India Services serving in connection with the affairs of the Union and Group-A officers of the Central Government.
2. Officers of the rank of Scale V and above in the Public Sector Banks.
3. Officers in Grade D and above in Reserve Bank of India, NABARD and SIDBI.
4. Chief Executives and Executives on the Board and other officers of E-8 and above in Schedule ‘A’ and ‘B’ Public Sector Undertakings.
5. Chief Executives and Executives on the Board and other officers of E-7 and above in Schedule ‘C’ and ‘D’ Public Sector Undertakings.
6. Managers and above in General Insurance Companies.
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Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct and statement 2 is correct: The jurisdiction of the CVC extends to the following:
1. Members of All India Services serving in connection with the affairs of the Union and Group-A officers of the Central Government.
2. Officers of the rank of Scale V and above in the Public Sector Banks.
3. Officers in Grade D and above in Reserve Bank of India, NABARD and SIDBI.
4. Chief Executives and Executives on the Board and other officers of E-8 and above in Schedule ‘A’ and ‘B’ Public Sector Undertakings.
5. Chief Executives and Executives on the Board and other officers of E-7 and above in Schedule ‘C’ and ‘D’ Public Sector Undertakings.
6. Managers and above in General Insurance Companies.
