The ARUNACHAL PRADESH LOKAYUXTA ACT, 2014
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- S. 1(1) ThisAct may be called theArunachal Pradesh Lokayukta Act, 2014
- S. 2Definitions
- S. 3Section 3 establishes the Lokayukta in Arunachal Pradesh, detailing its composition and eligibility criteria for members.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the appointment process for the Chairperson and Members of the Lokayukta in Arunachal Pradesh.
- S. 5Section 5 outlines the term and resignation/removal process for Chairperson and Members of the Arunachal Pradesh Lok Yuxta Act.
- S. 6Section mandates the Governor to initiate steps for appointing new Chairperson and Members three months before their term ends.
- S. 7Section 7 sets the salary and service conditions for the Chairperson and Members of the Arunachal Pradesh Lokayukta, aligning them with High Court officials.
- S. 8Section 8 prohibits former Lokayukta officials from reappointment, certain government positions, and contesting elections for five years.
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- S. 12(1\ (2) (3) EXPENSES OF LOKAYUKTA TO BE CHARGED ON , THE CONSOLIDATED FUND OF THE STATE 1 3
- S. 15Section 15 continues pending corruption cases before existing courts or authorities after the Act's commencement.
- S. 16Section 16 outlines the formation and jurisdiction of benches for the Lokayukta in Arunachal Pradesh.
- S. 17Section 17 outlines the Chairperson's authority to distribute Lokayukta's business among benches and manage case transfers.
- S. 20Section 20 empowers the Lokayukta to order preliminary inquiries or investigations into complaints against public servants if a prima facie case exists.
- S. 21Section 21 ensures fair hearing for any person whose reputation may be affected by Lokayukta's preliminary inquiry.
- S. 22Section 22 allows the Lokayukta or investigating authority to request information or documents from public servants or others for preliminary inquiries or investigations.
- S. 23Section 23 allows Special Courts to take cognizance of corruption offences by public servants investigated by the Lokayukta, except for constitutional officials.
- S. 24Section 24 allows the Lokayukta to file a case in a Special Court if an investigation finds corruption by specified public servants.
- S. 25The Lokayukta has oversight and control over investigations conducted by the agency under this Act.
- S. 26Section 26 grants the Lokayukta powers to authorize searches, seize relevant documents, and retain them for investigations.
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- S. 31Section 31 allows the Special Court to confiscate assets from a public servant suspected of corruption until acquitted.
- S. 32Section 32 allows the Lokayukta to recommend transfer or suspension of certain public servants during corruption inquiries to prevent evidence tampering.
- S. 33Section 33 empowers the Lokayukta to issue directions to public servants to protect documents, prevent alterations, and stop asset transfers from corrupt means.
- S. 34Section 34 allows the Lokayukta to delegate administrative or financial powers to specified members or officers.
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- S. 36Section 36 establishes Special Courts to expedite trials of corruption and related cases, ensuring completion within two years.
- S. 37(1 ) The Lokayukta shall not inquire into any compl;int made against the Chairperson or any Member
- S. 38Section 38 outlines procedures for handling complaints against Lokayukta officials, including inquiry, suspension, and prosecution.
- S. 39Section 39 allows the Special Court to assess and recover losses caused by corrupt public servants from them and their beneficiaries.
- S. 40Section 40 mandates the Lokayukta to prepare and submit its budget for the next financial year to the Government.
- S. 41Section 41 authorizes the government to provide financial support to the Lokayukta, including salaries, allowances, and administrative expenses.
- S. 42Section 42 mandates the Lokayukta to maintain and audit accounts, with the Accountant General auditing and inspecting records.
- S. 44(1) Every public servant shall make a declaration of his assets and liabilities in the manner as provided by or under lh
- S. 45Section presumes undisclosed or misleading public servant assets as corruptly acquired unless proven otherwise.
- S. 47(1) (21 12 The Arunachal Pradesh Extraordinary Gazette, May 20, 2014 CHAPTER
- S. 48Section 48 mandates the Lokayukta to annually report to the Governor, who must present it to the Assembly, explaining non-acceptance of Lokayukta's advice.
- S. 49Section 49 protects public servants from legal actions for actions done in good faith while performing official duties.
- S. 50Section 50 protects Lokayukta officials and others from legal action for actions done in good faith under the Act.
- S. 52Section 52 bars the Lokayukta from investigating complaints older than seven years from the alleged offense date.
- S. 53Section 53 restricts civil court jurisdiction over matters the Lokayukta can determine.
- S. 56Section 56 empowers the state to make rules for implementing the provisions of the Arunachal Pradesh Lok Ayukta Act, 2014.
- S. 57(1) The Government may, by notifcation, make rules to cany outthe provisions of thisAct
- S. 58Section 58 empowers the Lokayukta to make regulations to implement the Arunachal Pradesh Lokyuxta Act, 2014, including staff conditions and complaint status display.