Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC):

1. The Central Vigilance Commission is a constitutional body.
2. The Central Vigilance Commissioner is appointed by the President of India.
3. The CVC can be removed by the President only on the ground of proven misbehaviour or incapacity.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Only 2 and 3
Notes: The Central Vigilance Commission is a statutory body created by the CVC Act, 2003, and not a constitutional body. The Central Vigilance Commissioner is appointed by the President of India. As per Section 6(1) of the CVC Act, removal by the President is allowed only for proven misbehaviour or incapacity, after inquiry by the Supreme Court.