Indian Polity PYQ 255 of 375 · The Finance Commission

Who among the following determines the qualification which shall be requisite for appointment as member of the finance commission?

  1. ACouncil of Ministers
  2. BPresident of India
  3. CParliament by act
  4. DUnion Cabinet

71st B.P.S.C. (Pre) Exam, 2025

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Correct answer: (c) Parliament by act

Explanation

Article 280(2) of the Constitution of India clearly provides that the required qualifications for the members of the Finance Commission and the manner of their selection may be determined by Parliament by making a law.

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