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14 November, 2023
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The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is one of the most important institutions of the country to ensure public accountability of the executive.
What is Comptroller and Auditor General?
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Description |
Constitutional body |
Article 148 provides for an independent office of the CAG. |
Financial administration |
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Appointment |
President by a warrant under his hand and seal |
Core Values |
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Tenure |
6 years or up to age of 65 years whichever is earlier |
Resignation |
CAG can resign any time form his office by addressing the resignation letter to President |
Removal |
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Reappointment |
Not eligible for further office, either under the Government of India or of any State |
Salary & service conditions |
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Administrative expenses |
Charged upon Consolidated Fund of India (CFI) |
Success stories |
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What are the challenges with CAG?
CAG, Supreme Court, Election Commission and Union Public Service Commission were referred as the bulwarks of democratic system of government
What lies ahead?
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