17 Who watches the watchmen when it comes to high-level corruption?

Lifelong Learning With A. A. Khatana · Jul 1, 2026 · 12m

There is a constant need for an oversight body that can investigate corruption without being influenced by the very government it monitors. The 2013 Act attempts to resolve this tension by creating a statutory body with a unique selection and removal process that emphasizes judicial independence.We dive into the mechanics of the Lokpal and its state-level counterpart, the Lokayukta. The discussion covers the specific composition of the selection committee, which includes the Prime Minister and the Chief Justice of India, and how states like Maharashtra led the way in establishing these…