more-inFormer Attorney-General Mukul Rohatgi has been appointed “eminent jurist” in the high-profile Lokpal selection committee led by the Prime Minister, which will shortlist candidates for appointment as the anti-corruption ombudsman. Mr. Venugopal said the panel finally zeroed in on Mr. Rohatgi, who is a senior advocate practising in the Supreme Court. Mr. Rohatgi had steered the government side through many court battles, including the NJAC and the early days of Aadhaar challenge in the apex court. Significant stepThe filling of the slot of eminent jurist is a significant step in the appointment process of the Lokpal as per the statute. The court has urged the government to complete the Lokpal appointment process at the earliest.

Source: The Hindu May 15, 2018 17:07 UTC