Q. Consider the following statements:

1. Maharashtra was the first state in India to establish the Lokayukta system.
2. The Maharashtra Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act was enacted in 1971.
3. The establishment of Lokayukta in Maharashtra influenced other states to set up similar institutions.
4. The Lokayukta in Maharashtra addresses grievances only against police officials.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Only 1, 2 and 3
Notes: Statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct: Maharashtra pioneered the Lokayukta system in India with its 1971 Act, impacting other states as well. However, statement 4 is incorrect because the Lokayukta addresses grievances against various government officials, not just police officials.

1. Maharashtra was first
2. Act enacted in 1971
3. Model influenced other states