Controversy Surrounding the Appointment of Justice Satyendra Kumar Singh as Lokayukta of Madhya Pradesh
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Appointment of Justice Satyendra Kumar Singh as the new Lokayukta of Madhya Pradesh. |
| Oath Ceremony | Administered by Governor Mangubhai Patel at Raj Bhavan on Sunday night. |
| Opposition's Objection | Congress party termed the appointment "unconstitutional." Leader of Opposition, Umang Singhar, wrote to Chief Minister Mohan Yadav alleging violation of the constitutional process. |
| Alleged Violation | Singhar claimed the appointment was made without his consent, as required by the Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta and Up-Lokayukta Adhiniyam, 1981. |
| Role of Lokayukta | Anti-corruption authority to probe allegations of corruption against government servants. |
| Constitutional Debate | Questions raised about the role of the Leader of Opposition in the selection committee and the adherence to due process. |
| Important Takeaways | - Madhya Pradesh Capital: Bhopal; - State Bird: Indian paradise flycatcher; - State Flower: White lily; - Formation: 26 January 1950. |