In 1964, who chaired the Committee on Prevention of Corruption and suggested the Central Vigilance Commission be established?

The correct answer is K. Santhanam.

Step-by-step Explanation:

1. In 1962, the Government of India set up the Committee on Prevention of Corruption to address the growing concern of corruption within the administration.
2. This committee was chaired by Mr. Kasturirangan Santhanam (popularly known as K. Santhanam), who was an eminent freedom fighter and politician.
3. In its report submitted in 1964, the Santhanam Committee recommended the establishment of a centralized body to oversee anti-corruption measures.
4. Based on these recommendations, the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) was set up by a Government resolution in February 1964 to advise and guide Central Government agencies in the field of vigilance.