2016 · Q83
Which of the following statements about Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) are correct?
- 1The CAG will hold office for a period of six years from the date he assumes the office. He shall vacate office on attaining the age of 65 years, if earlier than the expiry of the 6 year term
- 2The powers of CAG are derived from the Constitution of India
- 3The CAG is a multi-member body appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers
- 4The CAG may be removed by the President only on an address from both Houses of Parliament, on the grounds of proved misbehavior or incapacity
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- A1, 2 and 4
- B1, 2 and 3
- C3 and 4
- D1 and 2 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: the CAG holds office for six years or until age 65, whichever is earlier. Statement 2 is correct: the CAG's office and powers flow from Articles 148-151 of the Constitution and the CAG (DPC) Act. Statement 3 is wrong: the CAG is a single-member constitutional authority, not a multi-member body. Statement 4 is correct: the CAG can be removed only in the manner and on the grounds applicable to a Supreme Court judge. Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct, option (A).