Q. With reference to the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
1.The CAG is appointed by the President of India.
2.The primary function of the CAG of India is manage the national budget.
3.The CAG is accountable to the Cabinet.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is correct. According to Article 148 of the Indian Constitution, the CAG is appointed by the President of India for a term of 6 years or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect. The primary function of the CAG is to audit the accounts of the Union and State governments, government-owned companies, and other entities that receive financial assistance from the government. The CAG’s responsibility is to ensure that public funds are used efficiently and for the intended purposes. The CAG of India is accountable to the Parliament.
Source: Forum IAS
