Which of the following statements is correct regarding the expenditure 'charged' upon the Consolidated Fund of India?
Parliament, Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha & Legislative Procedure — question ID 908
Options
A.
B.
Explanation
Expenditures 'charged' on the Consolidated Fund of India are non-votable by the Parliament, but they can be discussed in both Houses of Parliament (making option a and b incorrect). Debt charges for which the Government of India is liable are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India (making option c correct). Additionally, while the salary of a High Court judge is charged on the Consolidated Fund of the State, their pension is charged on the Consolidated Fund of India (making option d incorrect).