A S Rajeev Takes Charge as Acting Central Vigilance Commissioner
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Polity
Why in news
A S Rajeev has assumed charge as the acting Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC) after the tenure of Praveen Kumar Srivastava ended. This appointment is significant as it fills the top post in India's anti-corruption watchdog, ensuring continuity in vigilance administration.
Background
The Central Vigilance Commission is a statutory body established to advise and guide central government agencies in vigilance matters. The CVC is appointed by the President on the recommendation of a committee. Rajeev, a former CEO of Bank of Maharashtra, was appointed as a Vigilance Commissioner in February 2024.
Key facts
A S Rajeev has taken charge as acting Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC).
He succeeds Praveen Kumar Srivastava, whose tenure has ended.
Rajeev is a former CEO of Bank of Maharashtra.
He was appointed as a Vigilance Commissioner in February 2024.
The CVC is a statutory body for anti-corruption vigilance in central government.
Prelims pointers
- Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) - statutory body
- CVC established in 1964, given statutory status in 2003
- CVC consists of a Central Vigilance Commissioner and up to two Vigilance Commissioners
- Appointed by President on recommendation of committee (PM, Home Minister, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha)
- A S Rajeev - former CEO of Bank of Maharashtra
- Praveen Kumar Srivastava - outgoing CVC
Mains angles
- Discuss the role and significance of CVC in ensuring integrity in governance.
- Examine the process of appointment of CVC and its independence from executive influence.