Question

Consider the following statements: 

1. Article 148 provides for an independent office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG). 

2. The CAG controls the entire financial system of the country at both the Centre and the state levels. 

3. The CAG holds the office at the pleasure of the President of India. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

A 1 and 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D 1 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

A period of six years or upto the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. CAG can be removed by the President on the same grounds and in the same manner as a judge of the Supreme Court. He does not hold his office till the pleasure of the President.

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