What is CAG?
“CAG (Comptroller and Auditor General of India) is the constitutional authority responsible for auditing government accounts in India.”
Which Article establishes the office of CAG?
“Article 148 establishes an independent office of CAG.”
Who is the current CAG of India?
“K. Sanjay Murthy (15th CAG of India
Why is CAG important?
“He is guardian of public purse and controls financial system at Centre and State levels.”
Who called CAG the ‘most important officer under the Constitution’?
“Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.”
How is the CAG appointed?
“Appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal.”
What oath does CAG take before entering office?
“To uphold Constitution
What is the tenure of CAG?
“6 years or up to 65 years
How can the CAG resign?
“By addressing resignation to the President.”
How can the CAG be removed?
“Same manner as a Supreme Court judge: special majority resolution of both Houses on grounds of misbehaviour or incapacity.”
What ensures independence of CAG?
“Security of tenure; removal only like SC judge; service conditions by Parliament; salary cannot be reduced; office expenses charged on Consolidated Fund.”
What is CAG’s salary?
“Equal to a Supreme Court judge.”
Can CAG take any government office after retirement?
“No
Who prescribes service conditions of staff in Audit Department?
“President after consultation with CAG.”
Are CAG office expenses voted in parliament?
“No
What Act defines powers of CAG?
“CAG’s (Duties
What was the 1976 amendment in CAG Act?
“Separated accounts from audit (departmentalisation).”
What does Article 149 deal with?
“Duties and powers of CAG.”
What does Article 150 deal with?
“Form of Union & State accounts
What does Article 151 deal with?
“Presentation of CAG audit reports to Parliament/State Legislatures.”
Which funds are audited by CAG?
“Consolidated Fund
What does CAG audit in government departments?
“Trading
What is regulatory audit?
“To check legality of expenditure and conformity with rules.”
What is propriety audit?
“To examine wisdom
