Ombudsman
Delhi Lokayukta
Lokayukta
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Summary
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The Delhi Lokayukta is established under the Delhi Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act, 1995. Although Delhi is a Union Territory, it has a legislature (NCT of Delhi) and enacted its own Lokayukta statute. The institution became operational on 22 September 1997.
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
- Delhi Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act, 1995
- Citation
- Delhi Act of 1995; operational from 22 September 1997
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Ministers of the NCT of Delhi, MLAs, and public servants of the Delhi government; investigates corruption and maladministration complaints.