9.1. Independence

1) The CAG is provided with security of tenure. He cannot be removed from his office except in the same manner and on the same grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court of India. So, he can be removed by the President on the basis of a resolution passed to that effect by both the Houses of Parliament with special majority, either on the grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity. Thus, he doesn’t hold office during the pleasure of the President, though he is appointed by the President.

2) His salary and service conditions are determined by Parliament and can’t be varied to his

disadvantage after his appointment.

3) He is not eligible for further office under both central as well as state government after he ceases to hold his office.

4) The entire expense including the salaries, allowances and pensions of the CAG and persons serving in that office is charged on the Consolidated Fund of India. Thus, they are not subjected to vote of the Parliament.

Further, no minister can represent the CAG in Parliament and no minister can be called upon to take any responsibility for any action done by him.