Q. The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act were passed in which of the following year?

[A] 2010

[B] 2011

[C] 2012

[D] 2013

Answer: D
Notes:

The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013 provided for the establishment of Lokpal for the Union and Lokayukta for States. 

  • These institutions are statutory bodies without any constitutional status. 
  • They perform the function of an “ombudsman” and inquire into allegations of corruption against certain public functionaries and for related matters. 

Source: Laxmikanth 

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