Consider the following statements regarding the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India:
1. He holds office for a term of six years or up to 65 years of age, whichever is earlier.
2. He is eligible for further office under the Government of India after retirement.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. 1 only
- Step 1: Statement 1: Under the CAG (Duties, Powers and Conditions of Service) Act 1971, the CAG holds office for 6 years or until age 65, whichever is earlier. Statement 1 is correct.
- Step 2: Statement 2: Under Article 148(4), the CAG is not eligible for further office either under the Government of India or under the Government of any State after he has ceased to hold his office. Statement 2 is incorrect.
Answer
1 only is correct.
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