Comptroller and Auditor General — Current Affairs 2026
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CAG Report on Implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST)
March 2024The CAG's comprehensive audit of GST implementation revealed significant revenue leakages, compliance issues, and system deficiencies. The report highlighted problems in input tax credit verification, return filing compliance, and anti-profiteering measures. This audit demonstrates the CAG's evolving role in examining complex tax reforms and digital governance systems. The report's findings on technology challenges in GST implementation showcase how the CAG has adapted its audit methodology to cover digital platforms and automated systems.
UPSC Angle: UPSC may test this in context of tax reforms, digital governance, federal fiscal relations, and the CAG's role in performance audit of major policy initiatives
CAG's Environmental Audit of Air Quality Management in Delhi-NCR
January 2024The CAG conducted a specialized environmental audit examining the effectiveness of air quality management measures in the National Capital Region. This audit represents the institution's expansion into environmental accountability, assessing government performance in addressing pollution challenges. The report evaluated the functioning of various agencies, implementation of pollution control measures, and utilization of funds allocated for air quality improvement. This demonstrates the CAG's role in ensuring accountability in environmental governance and sustainable development initiatives.
UPSC Angle: Questions may focus on environmental governance, inter-state coordination, urban governance challenges, and the CAG's role in auditing environmental programs and policies