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Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG):
  1. CAG is appointed by the President of India by a warrant under his hand and seal.
  2. CAG holds office for a period of six years or up to the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier.
  3. CAG submits three audit reports to the President: an audit report on appropriation accounts, an audit report on finance accounts, and an audit report on public undertakings.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: Only 1 and 3
Notes: Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The CAG is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal. The CAG submits three separate audit reports to the President. However, the CAG holds office for a term of six years or until attaining the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier, not 62 years as given in statement 2.
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