Bare Act
The Gujarat Lokayukta Act, 1986
General198620 sections
This Act establishes a Lokayukta, an independent anti-corruption ombudsman, for the state of Gujarat. It regulates the conduct and accountability of public officials, including ministers, legislators, and government employees. The Lokayukta, appointed by the state governor, investigates serious allegations of corruption, abuse of power, or misconduct within the government. The ombudsman has significant investigative powers and acts independently from the government to ensure transparency and accountability. This system enhances public trust in governance by providing a dedicated mechanism to address corruption complaints at the highest levels of government.
- 1. Short title extent and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Lokayukta
- 4. Term of office and other conditions of service of Lokayukta
- 5. Matters which may be investigated by Lokayukta
- 6. Matters not subject to investigation
- 7. Provisions relating to complaints
- 8. Procedure in respect of investigation
- 9. Evidence
- 10. Reports of Lokayukta
- 11. Public servant to vacate office if directed by Lokayukta
- 12. Staff of Lokayukta
- 13. Secrecy of information
- 14. Intentional insult or interruption to or bringing into disrepute of Lokayukta
- 15. Protection
- 16. Conferment of additional functions on Lokayukta
- 17. Power to delegate
- 18. Power to make rules
- 19. Removal of difficulties
- 20. Repeal and saving
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