Question

Pick the wrong statement regarding the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG):

1. The CAG can only be removed by the Prime Minister of India on the same grounds and also in the same manner as a judge of the Supreme Court can be removed
2. The CAG hold office for a period of six years or upto the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier
3. The CAG audits and report on all expenditure from the Contingency Funds and Public Accounts of the Union and of the States
4. The CAG audits and report on the receipts and expenditure of Government companies

• A. i only
• B. iii, iv
• C. None of these
• D. i, iii

Answer 1

Answer:

A. i only

The CAG is not removed by the Prime Minister. The procedure for the removal of the CAG is the same as that of a Supreme Court judge, which involves a motion being passed in both Houses of Parliament.