Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose has been appointed by President.

• Lokpal will have powers of superintendence and direction over any investigation agency including CBI for cases referred to them by the Lokpal.
• Lokpal is appointed based on the recommendation of the five-member panel comprising the Prime Minister, the Lok Sabha, Speaker, the Leader of the Opposition, the Chief Justice of India and an eminent jurist nominated by the President.