Question

Who among the following can be rightly called the guardian of the public purse in India?

• A. President of India
• B. Comptroller and Auditor General of India
• C. Prime minister of India
• D. Governor of the Reserve Bank of India

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Comptroller and Auditor General of India

Option b) Comptroller and Auditor General of India. Comptroller and Auditor General of India is the apex authority responsible for external and internal audits of the expenses of the National and state governments. It is popularly known as the CAG of India.