Union Executive Questions and Answers

Correct (D): The Finance Commission is a constitutional body under Article 280 headed by a chairman appointed by the President — not the PM. Why others are PM-chaired: (C) NITI Aayog; (B) the National Development Council; (A) the Inter-State Council (Article 263).

Correct (C): Article 75(5) requires ministers to be or become members of either House within six months. Why others wrong: (A) failure to become a member within six months ends the ministership; (B) ministers are appointed

Correct (C): Despite the title 'Comptroller'

Correct (C): Under the Government of India Act 1858 framework

Correct (D): The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) examines CAG reports — hence the CAG is called the 'friend

Correct (A): The CAG audits all receipts and expenditure of the Union and states

Correct (D): The CAG is removable only on grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity

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Correct (A): Under Article 148 the President appoints the CAG (on the Council of Ministers' recommendation) by warrant under his hand and seal. Why others wrong: (D) the PM advises but does not appoint; (B) the CJI has no role in this appointment; (C) Parliament's role is scrutinising CAG reports through the PAC.