Which one of the following statements about the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Parliament is <strong>NOT</strong> correct?
- A. It examines the Finance Accounts of the Government of India.
- B. Fifteen members of the Committee are elected by the Lok Sabha from amongst its members.
- C. The Chairperson of the Committee is elected by its members. ✓
- D. In case a member of any other Committee constituted by the Government is elected to the PAC, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha decides whether he should continue to be a member of the former Committee.
Correct Answer: C. The Chairperson of the Committee is elected by its members.
Explanation
The Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, not elected by its members.
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