What is Purposes

The purpose of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) is to ensure that public funds are spent legally and for the intended purposes. This means that the CAG is responsible for auditing the financial transactions of the Union and State Governments, as well as any other authority or body as may be prescribed by law. The CAG's role is to ensure that public funds are being used in an efficient, effective and economic manner, and that they are being spent in accordance with the laws and regulations that govern their use. Additionally, the CAG is responsible for ensuring that the accounts of the government are accurate and that the financial statements are presented in a true and fair manner. The CAG also examines whether the government's policies and programs are achieving their intended results, and makes recommendations for improvement where necessary.