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Q112
(CISF/2017)
Polity & Governance › Constitutional & Statutory Bodies
Which one of the following statements is not correct ?
Explanation
According to the Central Vigilance Commission Act, 2003, the following rules apply:
- Statement A is correct: Under Section 4, the Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC) is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal.
- Statement B is incorrect: The Vigilance Commissioners (VCs) are not recommended by the CVC. Instead, both the CVC and the VCs are appointed by the President on the recommendation of a three-member committee consisting of the Prime Minister, the Minister of Home Affairs, and the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha.
- Statement C is correct: Both the CVC and VCs hold office for a term of four years from the date on which they enter office or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
- Statement D is correct: Section 5(5) specifically prohibits them from taking up further employment under the Government, including diplomatic assignments, after their tenure.
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