Who is an Ombudsman ........

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Who is an Ombudsman?

A judicial officer designated to receive complaints against the violation of rights of citizens.

An official who is charged with representing the interests of the public by investigating and addressingcomplaints of maladministration or a violation of rights.

An elected representative of the people to investigate and address the complaints of maladministrationor a violation of rights.

A specially designated police officer assigned with the power to investigate and address the complaintsof maladministration or a violation of rights

Explanation:

An ombudsman, ombudsperson, ombud, or public advocate is an official who is charged with representing the interests of the public by investigating and addressing complaints of mal-administration or a violation of rights. Ombudsmen are independent, impartial and provide a free service. They investigate complaints that haven't been solved by the organisation complained against. Ombudsmen investigate complaints when something has been handled badly or unfairly, making someone suffer as a result. This is sometimes called maladministration. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.