Ombudsman and Grievance Redressal Mechanisms

Civics ⇒ Democracy and Government

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Describe how the Insurance Ombudsman helps policyholders in India.

Describe the process by which a citizen can file a complaint with the Lokayukta.

Describe the process of appointment of the Lokpal in India.

Discuss the challenges faced by grievance redressal mechanisms in India.

Explain how the Right to Information Act, 2005, complements grievance redressal mechanisms in India.

Explain the difference between Lokpal and Lokayukta.

Explain the importance of independence for ombudsman institutions.

Explain the role of the Public Grievances Redressal Cell in government departments.

Explain the term 'maladministration' in the context of grievance redressal.

Explain the term 'suo motu' in the context of ombudsman institutions.

List any two limitations of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013.

Name any two grievance redressal mechanisms other than the Ombudsman in India.

What is the main objective of grievance redressal mechanisms in a democracy?

What is the primary function of an Ombudsman in a democracy?

What is the role of the Central Vigilance Commission in grievance redressal?

What is the significance of grievance redressal mechanisms in strengthening democracy?