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The Central Vigilance Commission

The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is an apex Indian governmental body created in 1964 to address governmental corruption. It is an independent body that reports directly to the President of India. The CVC is responsible for investigating and preventing corruption in government departments and public sector undertakings.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In which year was the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) established?

  1. 1964
  2. 1970
  3. 1975
  4. 1980
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the primary function of the CVC?

  1. To investigate and prevent corruption in government departments and public sector undertakings
  2. To promote transparency and accountability in government
  3. To educate the public about the importance of integrity and ethics in public life
  4. All of the above
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who appoints the Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC)?

  1. The President of India
  2. The Prime Minister of India
  3. The Union Cabinet
  4. The Supreme Court of India
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the tenure of the CVC?

  1. 4 years
  2. 5 years
  3. 6 years
  4. 7 years
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How many members does the CVC have?

  1. 2
  2. 3
  3. 4
  4. 5
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the Central Vigilance Commissioner?

  1. To head the CVC and oversee its work
  2. To investigate and prevent corruption in government departments and public sector undertakings
  3. To promote transparency and accountability in government
  4. All of the above
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the Vigilance Commissioner?

  1. To assist the Central Vigilance Commissioner in his/her work
  2. To investigate and prevent corruption in government departments and public sector undertakings
  3. To promote transparency and accountability in government
  4. All of the above
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are the powers of the CVC?

  1. To investigate allegations of corruption
  2. To recommend disciplinary action against corrupt officials
  3. To refer cases to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for prosecution
  4. All of the above
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are the limitations of the CVC?

  1. It can only investigate allegations of corruption against government officials
  2. It cannot take action against private individuals or companies
  3. It cannot prosecute corrupt officials
  4. All of the above
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are some of the challenges faced by the CVC?

  1. Lack of resources
  2. Political interference
  3. Public apathy
  4. All of the above
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are some of the achievements of the CVC?

  1. Investigating and exposing corruption in government departments and public sector undertakings
  2. Recommending disciplinary action against corrupt officials
  3. Referring cases to the CBI for prosecution
  4. All of the above
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are some of the criticisms of the CVC?

  1. It is too slow and bureaucratic
  2. It is not independent enough
  3. It is not effective in combating corruption
  4. All of the above
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are some of the reforms that have been proposed to strengthen the CVC?

  1. Granting it more powers
  2. Making it more independent
  3. Improving its resources
  4. All of the above
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the future of the CVC?

  1. It will continue to play an important role in combating corruption in India
  2. It will be replaced by a more effective anti-corruption agency
  3. It will be abolished
  4. It is uncertain
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