Ex-SC judge Justice A M Khanwilkar appointed Lokpal chairperson.

Lokpal:

Establishment:

Statutory body under Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013.

Mandate:

Inquire into corruption allegations against public functionaries.

Structure:

• Chairperson + 8 members.
• Chairperson: Ex-Chief Justice, SC Judge, or eminent person.
• Half judicial, at least 50% SC/ST/OBC/Minorities & women.

Appointment:

By the President on the PM's committee recommendation.

• Committee includes the Speaker, Opposition Leader, CJI or nominee, and jurist.

Term:

5 years or till 70.

Salary/Tenure:

• Chairperson: Same as CJI.
• Members: Same as SC Judge.

Conclusion:

Key anti-corruption body.

• Ensures diverse representation, judicial oversight.
• Investigates corruption allegations against officials.

Jurisdiction:

• Investigates corruption allegations against PM, Ministers, MPs, and officials.
• Covers bodies funded by the government and those receiving substantial foreign contributions.
• Exceptions (for PM): Can't probe certain matters without full Lokpal bench approval.

Powers:

• Supervises CBI, approves officer transfers.
• Authorises CBI searches.
• The Inquiry Wing has civil court powers.
• Confiscates corrupt assets.
• Recommends public servant actions.
• Prevents record destruction.
• Reports annually to the President and Parliament.