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9.4.3. Should CAG be a Multi-member body?

Other controversy was regarding whether CAG should be converted to a multi member body on the lines of Election Commission and also if CAG should be appointed by a broad based collegium. The idea was mostly propagated in view of a continuous standoff between the Government and the CAG on the various reports published. In case of EC, it was easier to implement the multimember option as the Constitution provides for a multimember Commission. However, in case of CAG, it would need a constitutional amendment to bring such structural changes. Currently, the CAG is assisted by six Deputy CAG. Thus, the aim of the amendment would be to change the decision making structure of CAG to a majority vote.