CAG - ensuring accountability amidst controversies : an inside view (Record no. 360732)
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| 003 - CONTROL NUMBER IDENTIFIER | |
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| 005 - DATE AND TIME OF LATEST TRANSACTION | |
| control field | 20260507150646.0 |
| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| ISBN | 9789348199997 |
| 082 ## - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER | |
| Classification number | CS 352.430954 PSE |
| 100 ## - MAIN ENTRY--AUTHOR NAME | |
| Personal name | P. Sesh Kumar |
| 245 ## - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | CAG - ensuring accountability amidst controversies : an inside view |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. (IMPRINT) | |
| Place of publication | Chadigarh |
| Name of publisher | White Falcon |
| Year of publication | 2025 |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Number of Pages | 218 |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. | |
| Summary, etc | The book provides a nuanced exploration of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, highlighting its pivotal role in promoting transparency and good governance. It examines CAG's domestic and international achievements and challenges, including systemic reforms prompted by its audits and global recognition from organizations like the United Nations.<br/><br/><br/>It stands out in that it also addresses criticisms, such as insufficient introspection, ineffective peer reviews, and shortcomings in initiatives like Voucher Level Computerization, Combined Finance and Revenue Account and One IAAD One Audit. Through balanced analysis, it advocates for reforms like improved internal controls, transparent peer reviews, and enhanced accountability moving over to a multi member institution.<br/><br/><br/>By delving into controversies like the coal block allocation and 2G spectrum audits of 2010-12 and subsequent ones, the book underscores the need for CAG to balance its mandate with developmental priorities. It aims to demystify CAG's role while fostering public awareness, providing a critical yet constructive perspective on strengthening this cornerstone of Indian democracy. |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical Term | Financial administration and budgets |
| 9 (RLIN) | 18812 |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical Term | Public audit, and Governance |
| 9 (RLIN) | 18813 |
| 942 ## - ADDED ENTRY ELEMENTS (KOHA) | |
| Koha item type | Donated Books |
| Lost status | Home library | Current library | Date acquired | Cost, normal purchase price | Full call number | Accession Number | Koha item type | Public Note |
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| Gandhi Smriti Library | Gandhi Smriti Library | 2026-04-09 | 799.00 | CS 352.430954 PSE | 173423 | Donated Books | 799.00 |