Which of the following are the States in which the Lok Ayukta Act includes the Chief Minister in its ambit ?

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Q: 65 (IAS/1995)
Which of the following are the States in which the Lok Ayukta Act includes the Chief Minister in its ambit ?

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Polity

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IAS

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The Lok Ayukta Act is a legislation in India that establishes a Lok Ayukta, an anti-corruption ombudsman, in each state. The Lok Ayukta Act varies from state to state, and not all states include the Chief Minister in its ambit.

Let`s analyze each option to determine which states include the Chief Minister in the ambit of the Lok Ayukta Act:

Option 1: West Bengal and Kerala

To the best of my knowledge, neither West Bengal nor Kerala includes the Chief Minister in the ambit of the Lok Ayukta Act. In both states, the Chief Minister is not specifically mentioned as being within the purview of the Lok Ayukta Act. Therefore, option 1 is not correct.

Option 2: Gujarat and Maharashtra

Gujarat and Maharashtra are states where the Chief Minister is included in the ambit of the Lok Ayukta Act.

In Gujarat, the Lok Ayukta Act was enacted in 1986. According to this Act, the Chief Minister of Gujarat falls within the purview of the Lok Ayukta`s jurisdiction, along with other public servants. The Act provides for inquiries into allegations of corruption and maladministration against the Chief Minister, among others.

In Maharashtra, the Lok Ayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act, 1971, is in force. Under this Act, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra is also included in the ambit of the Lok Ayukta`s jurisdiction. The Act empowers the Lok Ayukta to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration against the Chief Minister and other public servants.

Therefore, option 2 is correct, as both Gujarat and Maharashtra include the Chief Minister in the ambit of the Lok Ayukta Act.

Option 3: Madhya Pradesh and Orissa

To the best of my knowledge, neither Madhya Pradesh nor Odisha (formerly known as Orissa) includes the Chief Minister in the ambit of the Lok Ayukta Act. In both states, the Chief Minister is not explicitly mentioned as being within the purview of the Lok Ayukta Act. Therefore, option 3 is not correct.

Option 4: Rajasthan and Karnataka

Rajasthan and Karnataka are states where the Chief Minister is included in the ambit of the Lok Ayukta Act.

In Rajasthan, the Lokayukta Act was enacted in 1973. The Act empowers the Lokayukta to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration against public servants, including the Chief Minister.

In Karnataka, the Karnataka Lokayukta Act, 1984, is in force. This Act also includes the Chief Minister within the purview of the Lokayukta`s jurisdiction. The Act enables the Lokayukta to inquire into allegations of corruption and maladministration against the Chief Minister and other public servants.

Therefore, option 4 is correct, as both Rajasthan and Karnataka include the Chief Minister in the ambit of the Lok Ayukta Act.

To summarize, the correct answer is:

Option 2: Gujarat and Maharashtra

Option 4: Rajasthan and Karnataka

Please note that the information provided is based on my knowledge cutoff of September 2021, and there may have been updates or amendments to the Acts after that date. It`s always advisable to refer to the latest legislation and official sources for the most accurate and up-to-date information.