How many members are  there in Public Accounts Committee ? 

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The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Indian Parliament consists of 22 members. It is one of the most important financial committees in the Indian parliamentary system, responsible for examining government expenditure and ensuring accountability.

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Composition of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC):

• Total Members: 22

  • 15 members from Lok Sabha (elected by MPs)
  • 7 members from Rajya Sabha (elected by MPs)

• Tenure: One year

• Chairperson: Traditionally from the Opposition Party in Lok Sabha (Not a Minister).

Functions of PAC:

1. Examines Government Spending: Scrutinizes public expenditure based on CAG (Comptroller and Auditor General) reports.
2. Ensures Accountability: Checks whether money allocated by Parliament is spent correctly.
3. Prevents Financial Irregularities: Investigates cases of misuse of public funds and corruption.
4. Audits Ministries & Public Sector Units (PSUs): Evaluates budget utilization in various government departments.