Consider the following statements about the historical and current context of the CAG:
(i) V. Narahari Rao was the first CAG of independent India, serving from 1948 to 1954.
(ii) K. Sanjay Murthy is the 15th CAG of India, appointed in November 2024.
(iii) The CAG’s (Duties, Powers and Conditions of Service) Act was enacted in 1971.
(iv) The Audit Board was established in 1976 to oversee technical audits.
Which of these statement(s) is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the CAG’s independence and functioning:
(i) The CAG does not hold office at the pleasure of the President, though appointed by him/her.
(ii) The administrative expenses of the CAG’s office are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India.
(iii) The CAG can demand details of secret service expenditure from executive agencies.
(iv) The CAG acts as a guide, friend, and philosopher to the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament.
Which of these statement(s) is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the CAG’s audit responsibilities:
(i) The CAG audits all receipts of the Centre and states to ensure effective checks on revenue assessment, collection, and allocation.
(ii) The CAG audits the accounts of local bodies only when requested by the President or Governor.
(iii) The CAG’s certificate on the net proceeds of any tax or duty is final, as per Article 279.
(iv) The CAG submits audit reports on state accounts directly to the state legislature.
Which of these statement(s) is/are correct?
Which of the following are key functions of KSUM?
- Promoting entrepreneurship in the state.
- Implementing the Kerala Technology Startup Policy.
- Creating the necessary infrastructure and ecosystem for startups.
- Providing direct funding for established large-scale industries.
What is the primary role of the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM)?
- To serve as a launchpad for aspiring tech entrepreneurs, fostering innovation.
- To provide comprehensive support throughout the startup lifecycle.
- To develop and implement policies that support the state's startup ecosystem.
- To regulate traditional business establishments across Kerala.
Which statements correctly identify key individuals within the governance structure of Kerala Startup Mission?
- Shri Pinarayi Vijayan holds the position of Chairman of the Board of Governors.
- Seeram Sambasiva Rao IAS is the Chairman of the Executive Committee.
- Anoop Ambika is the Chief Operating Officer of KSUM.
- Robert Francis serves as the Chief Executive Officer.
Which of the following statements about the scale and reach of KSUM are correct?
- KSUM, in collaboration with partners, supports over 6200 registered startups.
- The mission oversees more than 10 Lakh square feet of incubation space across Kerala.
- There are over 60 incubators and 525 mini incubation centers managed under KSUM.
- KSUM's support is limited to the capital city of Trivandrum.
Identify the correct statements regarding the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM).
- KSUM implements the Kerala Technology Startup Policy.
- It aims to create an ecosystem that supports high-end technology-based startup businesses.
- KSUM has significantly influenced the youth and government's approach to innovation and entrepreneurship.
- The mission primarily focuses on providing direct financial investment to established companies.
Which of the following statements accurately describes the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM)?
- KSUM is the primary agency of the Kerala government responsible for fostering entrepreneurship in the state.
- KSUM was established in 2006.
- Its main objective is to promote non-technology-based entrepreneurship.
- The Head Office of KSUM is located in Kochi.
Consider the following statements about the CAG’s powers and duties:
(i) The CAG audits the accounts of all government companies as per the provisions of the Companies Act.
(ii) The CAG advises the President on the form in which the accounts of the Centre and states should be maintained, as per Article 150.
(iii) The CAG has the power to decide the extent and manner of audit for any audited entity.
(iv) The CAG compiles and maintains the accounts of both the Central and state governments.
Which of these statement(s) is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the role and significance of the CAG:
(i) The CAG is described as the guardian of the public purse, controlling the financial system at both the Centre and state levels.
(ii) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar stated that the CAG is the most important officer under the Constitution of India.
(iii) The CAG is considered one of the bulwarks of India’s democratic system, alongside the Supreme Court, Election Commission, and Union Public Service Commission.
(iv) The CAG’s administrative expenses are subject to the vote of Parliament.
Which of these statement(s) is/are correct?
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Audit Board under the CAG?
(i) The Audit Board was established in 1968 on the recommendation of the Administrative Reforms Committee.
(ii) The Audit Board consists of five members, including a Chairman, all appointed by the CAG.
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the CAG’s audit reports?
(i) The CAG submits three audit reports to the President: on appropriation accounts, finance accounts, and public undertakings.
(ii) The CAG’s audit reports on state accounts are submitted directly to the state legislature by the CAG.
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the duties of the CAG?
(i) The CAG audits all transactions related to the Contingency Fund of India and the Public Account of India, as well as those of the states.
(ii) The CAG compiles and maintains the accounts of both the Central Government and state governments.
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the independence of the CAG?
(i) The CAG’s salary and service conditions are determined by the Parliament and cannot be altered to his/her disadvantage after appointment.
(ii) The CAG is eligible for further office under the Government of India or any state after ceasing to hold office.
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the appointment and tenure of the CAG?
(i) The CAG is appointed by the President of India and holds office for a term of 6 years or until the age of 65, whichever is earlier.
(ii) The CAG can be removed by the President only on the grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity, following a resolution passed by both Houses of Parliament with a special majority.
A key feature of the Aadhaar number is its "randomized number." What does this feature imply?
- The number is based on the individual's income and social status.
- The number is assigned based on the individual's geographical location.
- The number can be easily changed by the user.
- The number does not contain any classification information like caste or religion.
Who is responsible for issuing the Aadhaar number?
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
- The Ministry of Finance
- The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
- The Election Commission of India
What is the primary function of the Aadhaar number?
- To serve as a proof of Indian citizenship.
- To act as a unique identification for bank accounts only.
- To function as a valid proof of both identity and address.
- To track an individual's financial transactions.
Which of the following statements about Aadhaar is/are correct?
- The Aadhaar number is a random 12-digit number that serves as a proof of citizenship.
- A person's physical Aadhaar letter is considered more valid than the e-Aadhaar downloaded from the UIDAI website.
- The Aadhaar enrollment process is free of cost and is open to any resident of India, regardless of age.
- An individual can have two separate Aadhaar numbers if they enroll in different states.