Ombudsman

Rajasthan Lokayukta

Lokayukta

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Summary

The Rajasthan Lokayukta is one of India's oldest state ombudsman institutions, established under the Rajasthan Lokayukta and Deputy Lokayukta Act, 1973 (Act No. 9 of 1973). It predates the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013 by four decades and covers a broad range of state officials.

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Independence Score: 63/100 (good)
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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
Rajasthan Lokayukta and Deputy Lokayukta Act, 1973
Citation
Rajasthan Act No. 9 of 1973
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

Chief Minister, state ministers, MLAs, and state public servants of Rajasthan; investigates corruption and maladministration complaints.

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