DGCA (Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – Governance)

Context: Recently, the central government has suspended the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) with immediate effect.

• The action was taken by a vigilance committee established by the DGCA to conduct its preliminary investigation into allegations of corruption.

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)

• About: It is the regulatory body in the field of Civil Aviation primarily dealing with safety issues.
• Headquarters: New Delhi
• Ministry: Ministry of Civil Aviation
• Mandate: It is responsible for regulation of air transport services to/from/within India and for enforcement of civil air regulations, air safety and airworthiness standards. 
• It also co-ordinates all regulatory functions with International Civil Aviation Organization.

Functions

• Civil Aircraft Registration
• Airport Certification
• Licensing for Aviation Personnel
• Investigation of Incidents
• Accident Prevention Measures.

Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)

• About: It is an apex Integrity Institution, possessing full independence and autonomy in its operations.
• Establishment: As a result of the Government of India's Resolution, based on the recommendations of the Committee on Prevention of Corruption, led by Shri K. Santhanam in 1964.
• Statutory Status: The CVC gained its statutory status through the CVC Act of 2003.
• Composition: Central Vigilance Commissioner (Chairperson) and not more than two Vigilance Commissioners (Members).
• Functions: The CVC receives complaints about official corruption or abuse and recommends appropriate action.
• Review the progress of investigations conducted by the DSPE Act. Give directions to the Delhi Special Police