Multiple choice general knowledge

Which among the following is a correct function of Public Accounts Committee?

  1. It works under President of India and creates accounts for various ministries

  2. It works under Comptroller and Auditor General of India and prepares accounts

  3. It is a parliamentary committee which gives report on nonplan expenditures of the government

  4. It is a parliamentary committee which scrutinizes the report of the Comptroller & Auditor General of India

  5. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is a parliamentary committee that examines government spending, specifically non-plan expenditures. Options A and B are incorrect because the PAC works under Parliament, not the President or CAG. Option D describes the Committee on Public Undertakings. Option C is correct as the PAC's primary role is reviewing government expenditure.

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