Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. The chairman of finance commission should have wide experience in public affairs primarily.
  2. One of the members of Finance Commission has the qualification of a judge of High Court.
  3. Grants-in-aid are given for promotion of welfare in tribal areas in certain states. Which of the above is / are incorrect?

  1. Only 2

  2. 1 and 3

  3. 2 and 3

  4. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. The chairman must be a person having experience in public affairs.

Statement 2 is correct. One of the member among the four other members of the commission excluding the chairman, can be a high court judge or one qualified to be appointed as one. Statement 3 is correct. The Union provides states grants-in-aid for the promotion of welfare of tribal areas.