Consider the following statements about the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India:
i. The CAG’s audit reports on appropriation accounts are submitted to the Governor of each state.
ii. The CAG certifies the net proceeds of any tax or duty under Article 279, and this certificate is final.
iii. The CAG was relieved of maintaining Central Government accounts in 1976 due to the separation of accounts from audit.
iv. The CAG can demand details of secret service expenditure from executive agencies.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the duties of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, consider the following statements:
i. The CAG audits all receipts and expenditures of bodies substantially financed from central or state revenues.
ii. The CAG has the authority to prescribe the form of accounts for the Centre and states under Article 150.
iii. The CAG audits the accounts of private companies not receiving government funds.
iv. The CAG acts as a guide, friend, and philosopher to the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Which of the following statements accurately describe the demographic transition in Kerala?
Consider the following statements regarding the independence of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India:
i. The CAG is not eligible for further office under the Government of India or any state after ceasing to hold office.
ii. The CAG’s salary can be altered to his/her disadvantage after appointment.
iii. The CAG’s administrative powers over the Indian Audit and Accounts Department are prescribed by the President after consultation with the CAG.
iv. The CAG holds office at the pleasure of the President.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
The CAG is appointed by the President of India and can only be removed in the same manner as a Supreme Court judge.
The CAG’s salary and administrative expenses are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India, not subject to parliamentary vote.
The CAG has the authority to control withdrawals from the Consolidated Fund of India.
The CAG submits audit reports on state accounts to the President, who presents them to the Parliament.