Q. Consider the following regarding the composition of the committee for the appointment of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Director:- Prime Minister of India
- Speaker of Lok Sabha
- Chief Justice of India
- Leader of Opposition
- Union Home Minister
Which of the above are members of the committee responsible for the appointment of the CBI Director?
Answer:
Only 1, 3 and 4
Notes: The CBI Director is appointed by a committee comprising the Prime Minister (as Chairperson), the Chief Justice of India (or his nominee), and the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha. The Speaker of Lok Sabha and Union Home Minister are not members of this committee. The composition is as per amendments in the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946.