JPC to probe chopper deal

The government moved a motion in the Rajya Sabha which was adopted by voice vote – for the formation of a JPC (Joint Parliamentary Committee) to probe the chopper deal.

Objective: JPC to enquire into the allegations of payment of bribes in the acquisition of VVIP helicopters by the Ministry of Defence from M/s AgustaWestland and the role of alleged middlemen in the transaction.

• The JPC will have 10 members from the Rajya Sabha and 20 from the Lok Sabha.
• JPC shall give its report within 3 months of its first sitting.

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2013

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs