Lokpal A lokpal is a proposed Ombudsman (legal representative). It has jurisdiction over all the members of the parliament and central government employees in cases of CORRUPTION .
Jan lokpal bill The Jan Lokpal Bill is an anti-corruption bill drafted and drawn up by Civil Society Activists by seeking an appointment from Lokpal, an independent body to investigate on cases of corruption.
Salient Features of Lokpal Bill Set up of Institutions No G overnment influence Quick Action Recovery of Government’s losses Compensation to the complainant Citizen Redressel Appointment of Lokpal members Corruption free Free to prosecute Protection to the complainant
India Against Corruption (IAC) Anna Hazare
IAC Movement It Describes “an expression of anger people of India against corruption”. It goes on to state “We have all come together to force/request/persuade/pressurize the Government to enact Jan Lokpal Bill. We feel that if the Bill were enacted it would c reate an effective deterrence against corruption.”
Criticisms of the Jan Lokpal Bill Naïve approach Extra-Constitutional Scope
Support for the Bill Surveys Legislator Support Social Media Online Surveys
Consequences of the Bill if passed Eradication of Corruption Decision Makers Can Change the System Quick decisions on cases No backing off for complaining any crime