by Q. Consider the following statements about Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) :
UPSC CDS Examination (I) 2025 – General Knowledge
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) Nil
(b) 1
(c) 2
(d) 3
Answer: (d) 3
Explanation:
Central Vigilance Commissioner is appointed by the President of India. ✅ Correct
Article 2 of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) Act, 2003 empowers the President of India to appoint the Central Vigilance Commissioner based on the recommendations of a committee.
Statement 2:
The Committee to recommend the appointment of CVC has the Minister of Home Affairs as one of the members. Correct
The committee consists of:
Prime Minister (Chairperson)
Union home minister
Leader of the single largest opposition party in the Lok Sabha (if available)
Statement 3:
In certain circumstances, the Leader of the single largest group in opposition in Lok Sabha can be on the committee. ✅ Correct
If there is a recognized single largest opposition party in the Lok Sabha, its leader can be included in the appointment committee.
Answer: (d) 3
