- The CVC was established based on the recommendations of the Santhanam Committee (1962-64). - It is the apex body for vigilance in the Central Government. - It became a statutory body with the enactment of the CVC Act in 2003, granting it independence from executive control. - The composition is CVC + maximum two Vigilance Commissioners.
Which of the following statements are correct regarding Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) of India? 1. The CVC was established on the recommendations of the Santhanam Committee on prevention of corruption 2. The CVC is Apex vigilance body and free of control from any Executive Authority 3. The CVC consists of one Chief Vigilance Commissioner and not more than three vigilance Commissioners 4. The CVC was established in the year 1968 but the Central Vigilance Commission Act came into existence in the year 2001
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 1 2022 · Topic: Lokpal and Important Commissions (Central Vigilance Commission (CVC): Mandate, structure, appointment, and functions)
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