Ombudsman
Bihar Lokayukta
Lokayukta
63/100
Summary
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The Bihar Lokayukta is established under the Bihar Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act, 2011, passed on 22 December 2011. Bihar was among the later states to enact dedicated Lokayukta legislation.
Independence Scorecard
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Bihar Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act, 2011
- Citation
- Bihar Act of 2011 (passed 22 December 2011)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State ministers, MLAs, and public servants of Bihar; investigates corruption and maladministration complaints.