Ombudsman
West Bengal Lokayukta
Lokayukta
63/100
Summary
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The West Bengal Lokayukta is established under the West Bengal Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayukta Act, 2003, approved by the West Bengal Legislative Assembly in 2003.
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
- West Bengal Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayukta Act, 2003
- Citation
- West Bengal Act of 2003
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State ministers, MLAs, and public servants of West Bengal; investigates corruption and maladministration complaints.