Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC):
1. The Central Vigilance Commission was established by an executive resolution of the Government of India.
2. The CVC is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of offences under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • The CVC was originally established in 1964 by an executive resolution of the Government of India, based on the recommendations of the Santhanam Committee.
  • However, it was later given statutory status in 2003 through the Central Vigilance Commission Act.
  • The CVC does not conduct investigations or prosecutions itself.
  • It has supervisory powers over vigilance matters and over the CBI in corruption cases, but the actual investigation and prosecution are carried out by the CBI and other agencies.

Source: Laxmikant (Polity)

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