Former Supreme Court judge AM Khanwilkar sworn in as Lokpal chairperson

Former Supreme Court judge AM Khanwilkar sworn in as Lokpal chairperson

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Category : Appointment/Resignation Published on: March 14 2024

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  • Former Supreme Court judge AM Khanwilkar was sworn in as Lokpal chairperson.
  • President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to Khanwilkar as the chairperson of Lokpal.
  • Khanwilkar had served as a Supreme Court judge from May 13, 2016, to July 29, 2022.
  • He was appointed as the chairperson of the anti-corruption ombudsman last month.
  • Khanwilkar was sworn in as Lokpal chairperson, filling the post after nearly two years fell vacant.
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