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Consider the following statements about the Comptroller & Auditor General of India.

1. CAG is the guardian of the public purse.
2. Article 148 provides for the appointment, oath and conditions of office of the CAG.
3. The CAG holds office during the pleasure of the President

Which of the above are correct?

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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1, 2 and 3
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Solution

The correct option is B 1 and 2 only
CAG audits the expenditure of the public funds as he is the guardian of the public purse. Article 148 provides a constitutional framework for CAG. CAG holds office till the age of 65 years or 6 years in office whichever is earlier.

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