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The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the Consolidated Fund of India must come from

  1. A.The President of India
  2. B.The Parliament of India
  3. C.The Prime Minister of India
  4. D.The Union Finance Minister
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. The Parliament of India

Article 114 of the Constitution of India mandates that no money shall be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India except in accordance with law made by Parliament. This law is typically in the form of an Appropriation Act, which is passed after the general budget is approved. Therefore, parliamentary authorization is a prerequisite for any withdrawal from this fund.

Source: UPSC gs1 2011

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