About Lokpal: I. Applies to Indian public servants abroad. II. Chairperson must be CJI (current/retired). III. Minimum age for Chairperson/Member: 45 years. IV. Cannot inquire against sitting PM. Correct statements:

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Q: 93 (IAS/2025)
About Lokpal:
I. Applies to Indian public servants abroad.
II. Chairperson must be CJI (current/retired).
III. Minimum age for Chairperson/Member: 45 years.
IV. Cannot inquire against sitting PM.
Correct statements:

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- Statement I is incorrect. The Lokpal's jurisdiction applies to public servants both in and outside India. - Statement II is incorrect. The Chairperson of the Lokpal does not have to be the current or retired Chief Justice of India (CJI). The Chairperson can be a person who is or has been a Chief Justice of India or a Supreme Court judge. - Statement III is correct. The minimum age requirement for a Lokpal Chairperson or Member is not less than 45 years. - Statement IV is incorrect. The Lokpal can inquire into allegations against a sitting Prime Minister, although there are specific conditions and safeguards for such inquiries.