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Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the resignation and vacancy procedures for SFC members.

  1. A member's resignation becomes effective immediately upon submitting a written notice to the Governor.

  2. A new member appointed to fill a vacancy will serve a fresh, full term of office as determined by the Governor.

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Answer:

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Read Explanation:

State Finance Commission (SFC) - Resignation and Vacancy

Key Points Regarding SFC Member Resignation and Vacancy:

  • Resignation Process: A member of the State Finance Commission must submit their resignation in writing.

  • Effective Date of Resignation: The resignation does not become effective immediately. It takes effect only after it is accepted by the appointing authority, which is typically the Governor.

  • Filling Vacancies: When a vacancy arises in the SFC, the Governor has the authority to appoint a new member.

  • Term of Appointed Member: A member appointed to fill a vacancy serves for the remainder of the term of the member they replaced. They do not serve a fresh, full term. This is a crucial distinction for competitive exams.

  • Constitutional Basis: The State Finance Commission is a constitutional body established under Article 243-I and 243-Y of the Constitution of India.

  • Role of SFC: The SFC reviews the financial position of Panchayats and Municipalities and recommends the distribution of taxes between the state and local bodies, as well as grants-in-aid.

  • Appointment Authority: The Governor appoints the Chairman and members of the State Finance Commission.


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i. SATs can only be established by the Central Government upon the request of State Governments.

ii. SATs exercise original jurisdiction over recruitment and service matters of state government employees.

iii. Joint Administrative Tribunals (JATs) can be established for two or more states.

iv. The Chairman and Members of SATs are appointed by the State Government.

v. SATs were introduced by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1976.


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With reference to the CAG’s role in financial oversight, consider the following statements:

i. The CAG audits all transactions related to the Contingency Fund of India and the Public Account of India.

ii. The CAG audits the accounts of government companies as per the Companies Act.

iii. The CAG has no role in auditing local bodies unless requested by the President or Governor.

iv. The CAG’s audit reports are directly binding on the audited entities to implement corrective measures.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Which of the following statements are not associated with the Advocate General?

i. The Advocate General is appointed by the President of India.

ii. The Advocate General’s term is fixed at six years by the Constitution.

iii. The Advocate General has the right to vote in the state legislature.

iv. The Advocate General advises the state government on legal matters.