Constitutional bodies derive their existence and authority directly from the Constitution itself, while statutory bodies are created by specific laws passed by the legislature.
From the following bodies, which is not a statutory body in India ?
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 1 2024 · Topic: Lokpal and Important Commissions (National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and State Human Rights Commissions (SHRC))
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Answer: A. Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)
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