- The First ARC (1966-70) is credited with recommending the setting up of Lokpal and Lokayuktas. - The recommendation was inspired by the Ombudsman system in Scandinavian countries. - The Santhanam Committee (1962-64) focused on preventing corruption but did not recommend the Lokpal/Lokayukta institution; it recommended the Central Vigilance Commission.
Choose the correct answer : The appointment of Lok Ayukta at the state level was first recommended by
Asked in RPSC RAS Prelims 2016 · Topic: Lokpal and Important Commissions (Distinction between Lokpal and Lokayukta; status of Lokayuktas in states)
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Answer: B. Administrative Reforms Commission of India (1966-70)
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