Consider the following statements 1 The Finance minister represents the CAG in Parliament and its co...........

Indian Political System(MPPCS) Union - Executive, Legisture

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Consider the following statements.

1) The Finance minister represents the CAG in Parliament and its committees.

2) The administrative expenses of the office of the CAG are not subject to the vote of Parliament.

3) The CAG holds office till the pleasure of the President.

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Explanation:

Statement 1: No minister can represent the CAG in Parliament (both Houses) and no minister can be called upon to take any responsibility for any actions done by him.

Statement 2: All salaries, allowances and pensions of persons serving in that office are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India. So, they are not subject to the vote of Parliament.

Statement 3: He is provided with the security of tenure. He can be removed by the president only in accordance with the procedure mentioned in the Constitution. Thus, he does not hold his office till the pleasure of the president, though he is appointed by him