Praveen Vashista Appointed Vigilance Commissioner in CVC.

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The President of India has appointed Praveen Vashista as Vigilance Commissioner in the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) under the provisions of the Central Vigilance Commission Act, 2003

The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is India’s apex anti-corruption watchdog, established to ensure integrity and transparency in central government administration.

• Origin: Formed based on the recommendations of the K. Santhanam Committee on Prevention of Corruption (1962–64).

• Statutory Body: Initially established in 1964 via an executive resolution, it was granted statutory status by the CVC Act, 2003.
• Composition: The CVC consists of a Central Vigilance Commissioner and up to two Vigilance Commissioners.
• Appointment: They areappointed by the President upon the recommendation of a committee including the Prime Minister, Union Home Minister, and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha.
• Tenure: Their tenure is 4 years or until age 65, and they are not eligible for further government jobs.
• Powers and Functions: The CVC oversees CBI investigations under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, handles whistleblower complaints, and conducts preliminary inquiries referred by the Lokpal.
• It holds the powers of a civil court for inquiries and advises the Central Government on vigilance matters.