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BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 64

Who among the following determines the qualifications requisite for appointment as a member of the Finance Commission?

  1. President of India
  2. Council of Ministers
  3. Parliament by law
  4. Union Cabinet
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Answer: (C) Parliament by law

Explanation

Article 280(2): Parliament may by law determine qualifications; it did so via the Finance Commission (Misc. Provisions) Act, 1951.

  • (A) Incorrect

    Wrong: the President appoints members but does not fix qualifications.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: not the Council of Ministers.

  • (C) Correct

    Correct: Article 280(2) lets Parliament set qualifications by law (Finance Commission Act, 1951).

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: not the Cabinet.