Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA)
- Office / Body Name
- Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA)
- Description
Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA)
The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) is the apex constitutional watchdog of Nepal responsible for curbing corruption and abuse of power.
Composition and Terms
- Leadership: Consists of a Chief Commissioner and other Commissioners as required.
- Appointment: Appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Constitutional Council.
- Tenure: The term of office is 6 years from the date of appointment.
- Age Limit: Commissioners hold office until they reach the age of 65.
Powers and Functions
- Inquiries and Investigations: Conducts inquiries and investigations into cases of abuse of authority or corruption committed by public servants.
- Legal Prosecution: Files cases in the Special Court against public officials if corruption or abuse of authority is established during investigation.
- Exclusions: Cannot investigate matters where the Constitution or other laws provide separate mechanisms (such as members of the judiciary or military, subject to specific constitutional limitations).
- Category
- Constitutional Body
- Established Year
- 1991
- Constitution Article
- Article 238