Constitutional & Autonomous Oversight Bodies
संवैधानिक एवं स्वायत्त निकाय
Independent institutions whose powers, appointment procedures, tenure, and functions are directly derived from the text of the Constitution of India, safeguarding accountability, merit, and federal equity.
To serve as structural bulwarks of democratic integrity, ensure non-partisan public auditing, manage civil service meritocracy, distribute inter-governmental revenues, and protect vulnerable communities.
Key Articles & Constitutional Provisions
Article 148: Comptroller and Auditor General
Guarantees complete independence to the CAG, with tenure security equivalent to a Supreme Court judge and salary charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India.
Article 280: Finance Commission
President constitutes a Finance Commission every 5 years to recommend principles governing grants-in-aid and tax sharing between Union and States.
Article 315: Public Service Commissions
Mandates a Union Public Service Commission for the Union and State Public Service Commissions for each State to conduct civil service recruitments.
Parliament of India
Examines CAG audit reports through the Public Accounts Committee (PAC)
President of India
Appoints heads of constitutional bodies with statutory tenure protection
State Governments
Receive tax devolution recommended by the Finance Commission