Lokpal of India Observes Foundation Day

The Foundation Day of the Lokpal of India was held on 16th January 2026, marking the coming into force of Section 3 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, which provided for the establishment of the Lokpal in 2014.

  • Composition: Consists of a Chairperson and up to 8 Members, with 50% being Judicial Members.
    • At least 50% of total Members must be from SC, ST, OBC, Minorities, and women.
  • Jurisdiction of Lokpal: Lokpal has jurisdiction over the Prime Minister (with exceptions for matters of national security, international relations, etc.), Union Ministers, MPs, and Government Officials (Group A-D).
  • It also ....
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