Article 148 of CoI : Article 148: Comptroller and Auditor-General of India.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Appointment and Removal of the Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG)

Situation: Mr. Sharma is appointed as the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India by the President of India. He receives an official warrant signed and sealed by the President. After serving for a few years, there are allegations of misconduct against Mr. Sharma.

Application of the Act:

• Appointment: Mr. Sharma's appointment is in accordance with Article 148(1), where the President appoints the CAG by warrant under his hand and seal.
• Removal: To remove Mr. Sharma from office, the same procedure and grounds as those for removing a Judge of the Supreme Court must be followed. This involves a detailed process including an inquiry and a motion passed by a special majority in both Houses of Parliament.

Example 2:

Scenario: Oath of Office

Situation: Ms. Verma is appointed as the new Comptroller and Auditor-General of India. Before she can start her duties, she must take an oath of office.

Application of the Act:

• Oath: According to Article 148(2), Ms. Verma must make and subscribe to an oath or affirmation before the President of India or a person appointed by the President. This oath is in the form set out in the Third Schedule of the Constitution.

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