Lokpal The number of complaints received by the Lokpal has decreased sharply from a peak of 2,469 in 2022-23 to just 233 this year (till September). About Lokpal It is a statutory anti-corruption body established under Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013. Present Chairperson: Justice Ajay Manikrao Khanwilkar. Composition: Consists of a Chairperson and up to 8 Members, with 50% being Judicial Members. At least 50% of total Members must be from SC, ST, OBC, Minorities, and women. Term for members: 5 years or till the age of 70 years. Appointment: Appointed by the President after obtaining the recommendations of a Selection Committee consisting of, Prime Minister (Chairperson) Speaker of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition /Leader of single largest opposition party in Lok Sabha Chief Justice of India/Judge of the Supreme Court nominated by him/her One eminent jurist to be nominated by the President
