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The administrative expenses of the office of the CAG are charged upon?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. The Contingency Fund of India
  2. The Public Account of India
  3. The Ministry of Finance
  4. The Consolidated Fund of India

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The Consolidated Fund of India

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) The Consolidated Fund of India šŸ“š Explanation: To ensure the independence of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), his administrative expenses, including salaries and allowances, are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India. This means they are not subject to the annual vote of the Parliament. This provision prevents the executive from exerting financial pressure on the national auditor.