Who is K Santhanam?
Who is K Santhanam?
Kasturiranga Santhanam (1895 – 28 February 1980), also known as Kumitithadal Santhanam, was an Indian politician. He was a conservative Iyengar from Tamil Nadu.
In which year the Anti Corruption Committee was set up under the chairmanship of K Santhanam?
The Central Vigilance Commission was set up by the Government in February,1964 on the recommendations of the Committee on Prevention of Corruption, headed by Shri K. Santhanam, to advise and guide Central Government agencies in the field of vigilance.
Which civilian scientist Krishnamurthy Santhanam died with which honor?
the Padma Bhushan
The Government of India awarded him the Padma Bhushan, the third highest civilian award, in 1999….
| Krishnamurthy Santhanam | |
|---|---|
| Died | April 26, 2021 |
| Occupation | Nuclear scientist |
| Known for | Pokhran-II |
| Awards | 1999 Padma Bhushan |
What is Santhanam Committee report?
The Committee on Prevention of Corruption (Santhanam Committee) made a range of recommendations to fight the menace of corruption. It recommended the constitution of the Central Vigilance Commission and administrative vigilance divisions in all Departments and major organizations of the Government.
Who is the 1st CVC of India?
Nittoor Srinivasa Rau
Nittoor Srinivasa Rau was selected as the first Chief Vigilance Commissioner of India.
For what purpose was the Santhanam Committee set up?
What is the code name of India’s first nuclear test?
Operation Smiling Buddha
Operation Smiling Buddha (MEA designation: Pokhran-I) was the assigned code name of India’s first successful nuclear bomb test on 18 May 1974. The bomb was detonated on the army base Pokhran Test Range (PTR), in Rajasthan, by the Indian Army under the supervision of several key Indian generals.
Who is the chairman of Lokpal?
About Lokpal The Act came into force on 16th January, 2014 and has been amended once in 2016 since its notification. Vide notification dated 26th May 2022, Shri Justice Pradip Kumar Mohanty, Member (Judicial) has been authorised to act as the Chairperson, Lokpal with effect from 28th May,2022.
How was CBI formed?
The Bureau of Investigation traces its origins to the Special Police Establishment (SPE), a Central Government Police force, which was set up in 1941 by the Government of India to investigate bribery and corruption in transactions with the War and Supply Department of India. It had its headquarters in Lahore.
Who is chairman of CVC?
Suresh N. Patel
Nittoor Srinivasa Rau was selected as the first Chief Vigilance Commissioner of India….Central Vigilance Commission.
| Central Vigilance Commission of India | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent Suresh N. Patel (Acting) since 25 June 2021 | |
| Type | Independent Autonomous body |
| Status | Active |
| Abbreviation | CVC |
Who appointed CVC?
the President of India
The appointments are made by the President of India, in accordance with the provisions under Section 4 of the CVC Act, on the recommendations of a committee comprising the prime minister, the minister of home affairs and the leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha.
Which of the following was were established upon the recommendations of Santhanam Committee?
Detailed Solution. The correct answer is option 3, i.e. the Santhanam Committee. The Central Bureau of Investigation was set up in 1963. It was set up by a resolution of the Ministry of Home affairs.
