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    Question

    How can the Comptroller and Auditor General of India

    (CAG) be removed from office?
    A By the President at their discretion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B By a resolution passed by the Parliament with a simple majority Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C By the Chief Justice of India through a judicial order Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D In the same manner and on the same grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E By the Cabinet on grounds of inefficiency or misconduct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: Constitution of India:Article 148 - Comptroller and Auditor-General of India - (1) There shall be a Comptroller and Auditor General of India who shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal and shall only be removed from office in like manner and on the like grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court.

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