Lokayukta can investigate complaints against political executives.

Question

State whether the following statements are true or false with reason.

Lokayukta can investigate complaints against political executives.

Answer 1

This statement is True.

1. Lokayuktas were created by the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 to look into allegations of corruption against public functionaries in the States. 

2. A member of the public can file specific allegations with the Lokayukta for inquiry against any public servant including legislators, political executives, local bodies, public enterprises.