Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC):
1.The CVC is a multi-member body consisting of a Central Vigilance Commissioner (Chairperson) and not more than two Vigilance Commissioners.
2.The members of the CVC hold office for a term of four years or until they attain the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier.
3.The advice rendered by the CVC to the Central Government is binding.
4.The CVC has all the powers of a civil court and its proceedings have a judicial character.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The CVC consists of a Central Vigilance Commissioner and not more than two Vigilance Commissioners.
Statement 2 is correct: Members hold office for four years or until the age of 65, whichever is earlier.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The advice of the CVC is not binding on the Central Government; it is advisory in nature.
Statement 4 is correct: The CVC has all the powers of a civil court and its proceedings have a judicial character.
