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Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India? (1) The CAG is appointed by the President of India. (2) The CAG holds office for a term of 6 years or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. (3) The CAG can be removed from office in the same manner as a Judge of the Supreme Court.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
All of the above
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India is the constitutional head of the Indian Audit and Accounts Department. All three provided statements accurately reflect the provisions of Article 148 of the Constitution, which outlines the appointment, tenure, and security of tenure for this office.
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India is the constitutional head of the Indian Audit and Accounts Department. All three provided statements accurately reflect the provisions of Article 148 of the Constitution, which outlines the appointment, tenure, and security of tenure for this office.
Article 148 of the Indian Constitution, which establishes the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India.
CAG is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal.
The tenure of the CAG is fixed at 6 years or until the age of 65, whichever is earlier.
Removal process requires a special majority in both Houses of Parliament on the grounds of proved misbehavior or incapacity.
CAG is known as the guardian of the public purse and controls the entire financial system of the country at both Centre and State levels.
The CAG is not eligible for further office under the Government of India or any state government after retirement.
The administrative expenses of the office of the CAG, including all salaries, allowances, and pensions, are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India.
The CAG submits three audit reports to the President: Audit report on appropriation accounts, Audit report on finance accounts, and Audit report on public undertakings.
Option D is the correct choice as all statements provided are factual requirements of the Constitution of India.
D is correct тАФ All three statements accurately describe the constitutional provisions regarding the appointment, tenure, and removal of the CAG.
Link this with the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), as the CAG acts as a 'friend, philosopher, and guide' to the PAC, helping them examine the appropriation accounts and finance accounts.
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