Question

Who among the following has been authorized to act as the Chairperson of Lokpal, with effect from 28 May 2022?

• A. Justice BS Patil
• B. Justice Pradip Kumar Mohanty
• C. Justice Chittaranjan Sharma
• D. Justice P Vishwanath Shetty

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Justice Pradip Kumar Mohanty

Justice Pradip Kumar Mohanty was appointed as the acting Chairperson of Lokpal starting on 28 May 2022, overseeing cases related to anti-corruption and ensuring accountability. A Lokpal chief and its members are appointed by the President after obtaining the recommendations of a selection committee headed by the Prime Minister and comprising the speaker of the Lok Sabha, the Leader of Opposition in the lower house, the Chief Justice of India or a judge of the Supreme Court nominated by him, and an eminent jurist as recommended by the chairperson and members of the selection panel.