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    With reference to the Comptroller and Auditor General

    (CAG) of India, consider the following statements:┬а 1. The CAG is the supreme audit authority of India, responsible for auditing government accounts and ensuring accountability in public finance management.┬а 2. The President of India appoints the CAG and holds office for a fixed term of 6 years, regardless of age.┬а Which of the statements given above is/are correct?┬а
    A 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Statement 1 is correct: The CAG is the supreme audit authority of India, responsible for auditing government accounts and ensuring accountability in public finance management.┬а тАв Articles 148 to 151 of the Indian Constitution provide the framework for the appointment, duties, and reporting structure of the CAG.┬а тАв Appointed by: President of India. Statement 2 is not correct: Tenure: 6 years or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.┬а тАв Removal: By the President based on a motion passed by both Houses of Parliament with a special majority on grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity.┬а тАв Oath: Administered by the President.

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