Law on Lokpal & Lokayuktas R P Kataria Sanjay Mishra Orient Publishing Company 2026 Guide

OVERVIEW

Law on Lokpal & Lokayuktas by R.P. Kataria & Sanjay Mishra is an exhaustive legal treatise and commentary published by Orient Publishing Company. This First Edition volume provides an in-depth, section-by-section analysis of The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, alongside State Rules and allied statutes governing anti-corruption Ombudsmen across India.

This latest 2025 desk reference incorporates critical statutory modifications, including amendments made by G.S.R. 638 (E) (dated 8.9.2014, w.e.f. 8.9.2014) and S.O. 2256 (E) (dated 8.9.2014, w.e.f. 8.9.2014). Designed as an essential practical commentary and guide for judiciary exam preparation, it serves anticorruption litigators, judicial officers, administrative authorities, public servants, and law students India.

Whether you are prosecuting or defending corruption allegations involving public functionaries, researching administrative ombudsman powers, examining declaration of assets and liabilities rules, or preparing for judicial services examinations, this comprehensive reference available at Law Pustak provides complete clarity on anti-corruption jurisprudence.

KEY FEATURES

• Expert Authorship: Co-authored by distinguished legal scholars R.P. Kataria and Sanjay Mishra.

• Reputed Publisher: Published by Orient Publishing Company, renowned for classic legal treatises and statutory commentaries.

• Edition: First Edition containing detailed, unedited commentaries on the primary legislation.

• Incorporates Statutory Amendments: Fully updated with G.S.R. 638 (E) and S.O. 2256 (E) amendments dated 8.9.2014.

• Binding Type: Sturdy Paperback edition suitable for legal chambers, office desks, and university library research.

• State Rules & Allied Laws: Includes state-level Lokayukta enactments, rules, notifications, and connected anti-corruption laws.

WHAT THIS BOOK COVERS

• The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013: Comprehensive commentary on statutory establishment, composition, selection committee, and powers of the Lokpal.

• Jurisdiction & Powers of Lokpal: Detailed scope regarding inquiry and investigation into public servants, Prime Minister, Union Ministers, Members of Parliament, and Officers.

• Inquiry & Prosecution Wings: Mechanics of preliminary inquiries, investigations conducted by agencies (including CBI), and prosecution procedures before Special Courts.

• Declaration of Assets & Liabilities: Statutory rules, forms, and disclosure requirements mandating asset reporting by public servants.

• State Lokayuktas Framework: Legal structure, comparative powers, and procedural aspects of Lokayuktas established across Indian states.

• Interplay with Prevention of Corruption Act: Practical commentary on how the Lokpal Act supplements prosecution under the Prevention of Corruption Act (PC Act).

WHO SHOULD BUY

• Criminal & Administrative Law Advocates: Lawyers handling anti-corruption cases, writ petitions, and public servant defense litigations before Special Courts and High Courts.

• Judicial Officers & Special Judges: Bench members adjudicating corruption matters, preliminary inquiry references, and trial proceedings.

• Public Servants & Vigilance Officers: Government officials, public sector executives, and vigilance officers ensuring statutory compliance and asset disclosures.

• Judiciary & Competitive Exam Aspirants: Candidates preparing for Higher Judicial Services (HJS), Civil Judge Mains, Public Prosecutor (APP/APO), and Civil Services examinations.

• Law Students in India: LL.B. and LL.M. students specializing in Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, and Criminal Jurisprudence.

WHY THIS BOOK 

• Comprehensive Ombudsman Manual: Combines Central Lokpal law and State Lokayukta frameworks in one authoritative commentary.

• Detailed Section-by-Section Analysis: Breaks down complex jurisdictional boundaries and inquiry mechanics into clear, actionable legal interpretations.

• Essential Asset Disclosure Coverage: Thoroughly explains notification rules governing asset declarations by public servants and their dependants.

• Trusted Academic Authority: Written by R.P. Kataria and Sanjay Mishra, offering clear insights backed by judicial precedents.

PRODUCT DETAILS

BENEFITS

• Understand Ombudsman Powers: Master the exact jurisdictional reach of Lokpal and Lokayuktas over various categories of public functionaries.

• Navigate Inquiry & Investigation Rules: Effectively handle preliminary inquiries, CBI references, and Special Court trial procedures.

• Ensure Statutory Compliance: Seamlessly advise government officers on mandatory asset disclosure deadlines and reporting protocols.

CALL TO ACTION

Master anti-corruption laws and ombudsman jurisprudence! Order your copy of Law on Lokpal & Lokayuktas by R.P. Kataria & Sanjay Mishra today from Law Pustak with quick delivery across India.