Question

    Which is the first Indian state to pass the Lokayukta Act?

    A Maharashtra Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Odisha Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Madhya Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Tamilnadu Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The first Indian state to pass the Lokayuktas Act was Odisha (1970). It is necessary to know that the post of Lokayukta was first created in Maharashtra in the year 1971, but the Act was first made by Odisha. The first Administrative Reforms Commission (1966) recommended the creation Of the post of 'Lokpal' at the central level and 'Lokayukta' at the state level.

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