The government today ruled out sending two drafts of Lokpal Bill to the Union Cabinet in the wake of strong differences with the civil society on some issues. Talking to media in New Delhi, Law Minister Veerappa Moily, said if the representatives from both the sides fail to iron out differences during the next meeting on Monday then their respective views would be sent to the Cabinet. He, however, asserted there will be no two drafts. Mr. Moily is also the convener of the joint Lokpal drafting committee. He said the government has agreed to 34 out of 40 principles laid down by the civil society for a strong Lokpal Bill.The Minister said that there is no final word yet on the inclusion of the Prime Minister in the anti-corruption legislation.Mr. Moily reaffirmed the UPA Government's commitment to introduce a strong Lokpal Bill in the Monsoon session of Parliament.
News On AIR | June 17, 2011 6:20 PM
No two drafts on Lokpal Bill: Moily