Ombudsman
Goa Lokayukta
Lokayukta
63/100
Summary
The Goa Lokayukta is established under the Goa Lokayukta Act, 2011, passed by the Goa Legislative Assembly on 5 October 2011 and receiving Presidential assent in May 2012. Goa is a relatively late adopter compared to larger states.
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
- Goa Lokayukta Act, 2011
- Citation
- Goa Act of 2011; Presidential assent May 2012
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State ministers, MLAs, and public servants of Goa; investigates corruption and maladministration complaints.