Multiple choice general knowledge

Who among the followings does not participate in the Union Budget Making process ?

  1. The Union Finance Secretary

  2. The President

  3. The Directors of Public Sector Companies

  4. The Finance Secretaries of the Indian States

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The President of India does not participate in the Union Budget-making process. The budget is prepared by the Finance Ministry and presented to Parliament. The President's role is purely ceremonial - addressing Parliament after the budget is presented. The Finance Secretary, Directors of PSUs (who provide inputs), and State Finance Secretaries (who are consulted) all participate in various stages of the budget process.