Question

Q. Which of the following committees, examine the reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)?

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

• A. 1 and 3 only
• B. 2 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 and 3 only

Explanation:

• The function of the Public Accounts Committee is to examine the annual audit reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), which are laid before the Parliament by the President.
• The function of the Committee on Public Undertakings is to examine the reports of the comptroller and auditor general on public undertakings.
• The function of the Estimates Committee is to examine the estimates included in the budget and suggest ‘economies’ in public expenditure.