Question

    Regarding the Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts, which statements are accurate?

    (I) Consist of not more than 25 members of the Lok Sabha.

    (II) Examine public expenditure not only from legal and formal point of view to discover technical irregularities but also from the point of view of economy, prudence, wisdom and propriety.

    (III) Examine the report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India.

    A I only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B II and III only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C III only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D I, II and III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Committee on Public Accounts comprises members from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and is tasked with examining the accounts related to the expenditure of the government, based on the reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General. It plays a critical role in ensuring financial accountability in the governmental process.

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