Read the following statements regarding K. Sanjay Murthy's recent appointment as Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India:
1. He took office as the CAG in November 2024 after the term of Girish Chandra Murmu.
2. The CAG is a constitutional office, which is appointed by the President under Article 148 of the Indian Constitution.
3. The CAG's term is only five years and cannot be repeated.
Which of the above is/are correct?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) 1 and 2 only.
• K. Sanjay Murthy assumed office as CAG in November 2024, succeeding Girish Chandra Murmu.
• The CAG is a constitutional authority appointed by the President under Article 148.
• The tenure is 6 years or up to the age of 65, not fixed at five years.
Information Booster:
• The office of CAG was established with the Constitution of India in 1950.
• The CAG audits accounts of Union, States, and public sector undertakings.
• CAG reports are submitted to the President or Governor.
• The CAG enjoys security of tenure.
Additional Knowledge:
• The CAG is known as the “Guardian of the Public Purse”.
• Removal of CAG follows the same procedure as a Supreme Court judge.