Ombudsman

Assam Lokayukta

Lokayukta

63/100

Summary

The Assam Lokayukta is established under the Assam Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act, 1985. One of the earlier state Lokayukta statutes, it investigates complaints of corruption and maladministration against state officials and public servants in Assam.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 63/100 (good)
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentExecutive appointment
Term length5 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Assam Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act, 1985
Citation
Assam Act of 1985
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

State ministers, MLAs, and public servants of Assam; investigates corruption and maladministration complaints.

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