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WBCS Preliminary Examination 2022 — General Studies · Question 118 of 200

Q118
Indian PolityConstitutional, Statutory & Election Bodies
Who is the guardian of the public purse in India?
  1. a.The President of India
  2. b.The Union Finance Minister
  3. c.The Comptroller and Auditor General of India
  4. d.The Public Accounts Committee

Answer: (C) The Comptroller and Auditor General of India

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is the guardian of the public purse, established under Article 148 of the Constitution. The CAG audits all expenditures and receipts of the Union and State Governments and reports to Parliament, ensuring accountability in public finance.

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