Assess the role of the Central Vigilance Commission in promoting integrity in public administration and preventing misuse of public office. Suggest measures to strengthen its functional autonomy and public confidence.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies
Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies
Q4. Assess the role of the Central Vigilance Commission in promoting integrity in public administration and preventing misuse of public office. Suggest measures to strengthen its functional autonomy and public confidence. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question: The institutional role and effectiveness of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) in India’s anti-corruption framework, and seeks evaluation of reforms required to ensure its autonomy and credibility. Key demand of the question: The question requires assessment of the CVC’s contribution in promoting integrity and preventing misuse of office, along with practical measures to strengthen its functional independence and restore public confidence. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Briefly introduce the CVC—origin, statutory status (2003 Act), and its purpose as the apex vigilance body. Body: Role of CVC: Mention its key functions in preventive, advisory, and supervisory vigilance to uphold integrity in administration. Challenges: Briefly indicate constraints like lack of enforcement powers, dependence on executive, and overlapping jurisdictions. Measures: Suggest reforms to enhance autonomy, coordination, and transparency in functioning. Conclusion: End with a concise, forward-looking statement highlighting the need for a stronger, tech-enabled, and publicly trusted vigilance institution for clean governance.
Why the question: The institutional role and effectiveness of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) in India’s anti-corruption framework, and seeks evaluation of reforms required to ensure its autonomy and credibility.
Key demand of the question: The question requires assessment of the CVC’s contribution in promoting integrity and preventing misuse of office, along with practical measures to strengthen its functional independence and restore public confidence.
Structure of the Answer: Introduction:
Briefly introduce the CVC—origin, statutory status (2003 Act), and its purpose as the apex vigilance body.
• Role of CVC: Mention its key functions in preventive, advisory, and supervisory vigilance to uphold integrity in administration.
• Challenges: Briefly indicate constraints like lack of enforcement powers, dependence on executive, and overlapping jurisdictions.
• Measures: Suggest reforms to enhance autonomy, coordination, and transparency in functioning.
Conclusion: End with a concise, forward-looking statement highlighting the need for a stronger, tech-enabled, and publicly trusted vigilance institution for clean governance.