EPFO 2002 PYQ with Answer — The Comptroller and Auditor General of India is appointed by the

2002 · Q68

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India is appointed by the

Indian Polity, Governance and ConstitutionConstitutional and statutory bodies

APrime Minister
BPresident
CFinance Minister
DHome Minister

Explanation

Under Article 148 of the Constitution, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal. The Prime Minister, Finance Minister and Home Minister have no appointing role. Note: the paper's printed option (D) duplicates (C); it should read 'Home Minister'. Hence (B) is correct.