Section 21. lf, at any stage of the proceeding, the Lokayukta -

(a) considers it necessary to inquire into the conduct of any person
other than the accused; or
(b) is ol opinion that the reputation of any person other than an accused
is likely to be prejudicially affected by the preliminary inquiry, it
shall give to that person a reasonable opportunity ol being heard
in the preliminary inquiry and to produce evidence in his defence,
consistent with the principles of natural justice.