The correct answer is: c) Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB).
The ACB is a state-level agency that is responsible for investigating and prosecuting corruption cases in Andhra Pradesh. It was established in 1982 and is headquartered in Hyderabad. The ACB has a wide range of powers, including the
power to arrest, search, and seize property. It also has the power to conduct inquiries and investigations into corruption cases.The ACB is headed by a Director General, who is appointed by the state
government. The Director General is assisted by a number of Deputy Directors General, Assistant Directors General, and Deputy Superintendents of Police. The ACB also has a number of other staff, including investigators, lawyers, and support staff.The ACB has a number of achievements to its credit. In recent years, it has successfully prosecuted a number of high-profile corruption cases. It has also recovered a large amount of money and property that was illegally acquired by corrupt officials.
The ACB is a vital part of the fight against corruption in Andhra Pradesh. It has made a significant contribution to improving the state’s governance and ensuring that public resources are used for the benefit of the people.
The other options are incorrect for the following reasons:
- Lokayukta is an ombudsman institution that is responsible for investigating complaints of corruption against public officials. It is not a law enforcement agency and does not have the power to arrest or prosecute people.
- The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is a central government agency that is responsible for investigating serious crimes, including corruption cases. However, it does not have jurisdiction over corruption cases that are investigated by state-level agencies like the ACB.
- The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is a central government agency that is responsible for enforcing economic laws, including laws against money laundering and black money. It does not have jurisdiction over corruption cases.