The correct answer is (a), (b), and (d). Explanation & Key Takeaways: The Comptroller and Auditor General of India • The Comptroller and Auditor General is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal and shall only be removed from office in like manner and on like grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court (by presidential order following a special majority in both the houses). (Article 148). Hence, statement (a) is correct and option (c) is incorrect. • The salary and other conditions of service of the Comptroller and Auditor-General shall be such as may be determined by Parliament by law. Hence, statement (c) is correct. • The CAG serves as a check on the government, especially with respect to its expenditure bill and its primary function is to examine the audit report of the CAG after it is laid in Parliament. CAG assists the committee during the course of the time. • CAG has been described as a friend, philosopher, and guide to the Public Accounts Committee investigation. Hence, statement (d) is correct.