If, at any stage of the proceeding, the Lokayukta,-
(a) considers it necessary to inquire into the conduct of any person other than the accused; or
(b) is of the opinion that, the reputation of any person other than an accused is likely to be prejudicially affected by the preliminary inquiry or investigation,
the Lokayukta shall give to that person a reasonable opportunity of being heard in the preliminary inquiry or investigation and to produce evidence in his defence, consistent with the principles of natural justice.
(a) considers it necessary to inquire into the conduct of any person other than the accused; or
(b) is of the opinion that, the reputation of any person other than an accused is likely to be prejudicially affected by the preliminary inquiry or investigation,
the Lokayukta shall give to that person a reasonable opportunity of being heard in the preliminary inquiry or investigation and to produce evidence in his defence, consistent with the principles of natural justice.
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Section 1 · Short title, extent and commencement.Section 2 · Definitions.Section 3 · Establishment of Lokayukta.Section 4 · Appointment of Chairperson and Members.Section 5 · Filling of vacancies of Chairperson or Members.Section 6 · Term of office of Chairperson and Members.Section 7 · Salary, allowances and other conditions of service of Chairperson and Members.Section 8 · Restriction on employment of Chairperson and Members after ceasing to hold office.India Code, Government of India. Text fetched 21 Oct 2026. Check the linked official text and subsequent notifications when applying a provision.