Functions of CAG - Indian polity and Governance
Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. CAG has control over the issue of money from the consolidated fund.
2. CAG conducts audit of expenditure on behalf of the President - Published on 07 Jul 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
ANSWER: None
CAG has no control over the issue of money from the consolidated fund.
CAG is an agent of the Parliament and conducts audit of expenditure on behalf of the Parliament. Therefore, he is responsible only to the Parliament.