The office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is created by:
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A.
Constitution of India
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B.
Finance Act
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C.
Representation of the People Act
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D.
Parliament Act
Correct Answer:
A. Constitution of India
Explanation:
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is a supreme audit authority established by the Constitution of India under Article 148. This constitutional status ensures the office operates independently of the executive and legislative branches to oversee the nation's finances. While later statutes like the CAG’s (Duties, Powers and Conditions of Service) Act of 1971 further defined the specific functions and service terms of the office, its very existence and core authority are derived directly from the Constitution. Other acts, such as the Finance Act or the Representation of the People Act, do not govern the creation of this office. Therefore, the Constitution of India is the correct source of its creation.
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