(1) If, after any investigation or inquiry, the Ombudsman finds that there is a prima-facie case against the accused involving a criminal offence, the Ombudsman may refer the complaint and the findings to a competent authority with recommendation to initiate prosecution.
(2) The authority responsible, for initiating such prosecution shall conduct a detailed enquiry if necessary and initiate prosecution against the accused.
(2) The authority responsible, for initiating such prosecution shall conduct a detailed enquiry if necessary and initiate prosecution against the accused.
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Section 1 · Short title and commencement.Section 2 · Definitions.Section 3 · Appointment of Ombudsman.Section 4 · Term of office and conditions of service of Ombudsman.Section 5 · Removal of Ombudsman.Section 6 · Staff of the Ombudsman.Section 7 · Functions of the Ombudsman.Section 8 · Powers of the Ombudsman.India Code, Government of India. Text fetched 13 Oct 2026. Check the linked official text and subsequent notifications when applying a provision.