UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 86
The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the Consolidated Fund of India must come from
View correct answer and explanation
Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: Under Articles 114 and 266, Parliament authorises withdrawal from the Consolidated Fund through an Appropriation Act after voting the relevant grants.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - The President formally assents to legislation but does not independently authorise these withdrawals.
B: Correct - Parliament must pass appropriation authorisation.
C: Incorrect - The Prime Minister does not independently release funds from the fund.
D: Incorrect - The Finance Minister proposes and administers budgets but cannot replace parliamentary authorisation.