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Consider the following statements about Lokpal: I. The power of Lokpal applies to public servants of India, but not to those posted abroad. II. Only the Chief Justice of India, whether incumbent or retired, has to be its Chairperson. III. The Chairperson or Member shall not be a person less than 45 years of age. IV. Lokpal cannot inquire into allegations of corruption against a sitting Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

UPSC · 2025 · Polity
Question:
Consider the following statements about Lokpal: I. The power of Lokpal applies to public servants of India, but not to those posted abroad. II. Only the Chief Justice of India, whether incumbent or retired, has to be its Chairperson. III. The Chairperson or Member shall not be a person less than 45 years of age. IV. Lokpal cannot inquire into allegations of corruption against a sitting Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options

III only
II and III
I and IV
None of the above statements is correct
Answer: III only

Explanation:
Lokpal jurisdiction covers all public servants, including those abroad. The Chairperson can be a former Chief Justice, Judge, or eminent person. Lokpal can inquire into PM with some restrictions.

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