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The Lok Pal Bill, 2011 (to be introduced in Lok Sabha)

The Lok Pal Bill, 2011 is to be introduced in Parliament. Government has circulated a copy of the Lok Pal Bill to Members of Parliament. A copy of this Government Bill is attached from page 2 of this document. PRS Legislative Research has analysed earlier draft of the Lok Pal Bill drafted by the government and the civil society. This analysis can be found at: http://www.prsindia.org/pages/all-about-the-lok-pal-bill-137/ Other relevant analysis on Lok Pal Bill:

Comparison of the Two Draft Bills of the Joint Committee

A note comparing the key features of the two draft Bills prepared by the government representatives of the Joint Lokpal Committee and the nominees of Shri Hazare on the committee.

Background Note on the Lok Pal Bill A detailed look at the genesis, history of the Lok Pal and recommendations made by various committees

Vital Stats: Corruption Cases Against Government Officials

Some facts and figures about corruption cases against public officials

Recommendations by Committees Recommendations of various experts committees on the questions framed by the government on the Lok Pal Bill