Ombudsman
Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta
Lokayukta
63/100
Summary
The Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta is one of India's older state ombudsman institutions, established under the Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta and Deputy Lokayukta Act, 1981 (Adhiniyam 37 of 1981). Wikipedia also refers to it as 'Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta Avam Up-Lokayukta Adhiniyam 1981'.
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
- Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta and Deputy Lokayukta Act, 1981
- Citation
- Madhya Pradesh Adhiniyam 37 of 1981
- Full text
- Agency website →
Jurisdiction scope
Chief Minister, state ministers, MLAs, and state public servants of Madhya Pradesh; investigates corruption and maladministration complaints.