Question
Lokpal or Lokayukta is competent to
The correct answer is
Investigate complaints involving grievances in respect of administrative actions.
Lokpal Competence: Investigating Administrative Grievances
The core function of the Lokpal and Lokayukta is to act as an ombudsman, addressing issues faced by citizens concerning government administration.
Key Competencies of Lokpal/Lokayukta
- The primary role involves investigating allegations of corruption and maladministration.
- This investigation specifically targets grievances that arise from administrative actions by public officials.
Analysis of Options
Option 2: Investigate complaints involving grievances in respect of administrative actions.
This option accurately describes the Lokpal/Lokayukta's mandate. They are empowered to look into complaints where individuals feel wronged due to the actions or inaction of administrative bodies or officials.
Why Other Options Are Less Suitable:
- Option 1: Lokpal does not 'discharge the functions' of administrative officers; it scrutinizes their actions.
- Option 3: While investigations may lead to disciplinary action, the Lokpal's primary competence is the investigation of the grievance itself, not necessarily conducting the formal disciplinary inquiry, which is often handled by the administration.
- Option 4: Giving observations and recommendations is part of the Lokpal's process, but the fundamental competence lies in the investigation of grievances, making Option 2 a more direct and accurate description of its core power.
Therefore, the Lokpal or Lokayukta is primarily competent to investigate complaints involving grievances related to administrative actions.
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Important Questions from Administrative Law
- Match the LIST-I with LIST-II
LIST-I Jurists LIST-II Definition of Administrative Law A. Wade I. Administrative Law is the law relating to the administration. It determines the organization, powers and duties of administrative authorities. B. Garner II. Main object of administrative law is the operation and control of administrative authorities. C. Griffith & Street III. Rules recognized by the courts as law and which relate to and regulate the administration of government. D. Ivor Jennings IV. Law relating to the control of government power.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: - United States Ombudsman Association was founded in which year?
- Which of the following statements are correct regarding the Doctrine of Legitimate Expectations?
A. The doctrine has an important place in the development of law of judicial review.
B. Doctrine is well established and operated in the domain of public law.
C. Doctrine has been developed both in the context of reasonableness and natural justice.
D. The concept of legitimate expectation made its first appearance in the case of Union of India v/s Hindustan Development Corpn.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: - Match the LIST-I with LIST-II
LIST-I Principles of Natural Justice LIST-II Case laws A. Pecuniary Bias I. Gullapalli Nageswara Rao v/s A.P. SRTC B. Personal Bias II. Dimes v/s Grand Junction Canal C. Official Bias III. Mineral Development Ltd. v/s State of Bihar D. Judicial Obstinacy IV. State of W.B v/s Shivananda Pathak
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: - What is the US equivalent legislation of the Indian Right to Information Act, 2005?
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