The Central Vigilance Commission Act, 2003

The Central Vigilance Commission Act, 2003 establishes the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) as an independent agency to oversee vigilance administration in the government and public sector organizations. The CVC is responsible for investigating and preventing corruption, ensuring transparency and accountability in public procurement, and promoting integrity in public administration. The Act also empowers the CVC to take corrective measures, recommend sanctions, and file complaints and chargesheets against corrupt officials. The Act covers a wide range of public sector organizations, including government departments, public sector undertakings, and statutory bodies.