33. Power of Lokpal to give directions to prevent destruction of records during preliminary inquiry
The Lokpal may, in the discharge of its functions under this Act, issue appropriate directions to a public servant entrusted with the preparation or custody of any document or record—
(a)
to protect such document or record from destruction or damage; or
(b)
to prevent the public servant from altering or secreting such document or record; or
(c)
to prevent the public servant from transferring or alienating any assets allegedly acquired by him through corrupt means.