Q
Which of the following is NOT a criterion under Regulation 4(2) for notifying an official as Principal Accounting Officer?
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A
An officer controlling a specific budgetary demand for grant
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B
Head of department or subordinate office
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C
An officer in BPS-21 or above
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D
An officer controlling one or more cost centres where a strategic interest is involved
Correct Answer:
C. An officer in BPS-21 or above
Explanation:
Reg 4(2) criteria are functional (head of dept/sub-office, controller of a demand, controller of strategic cost centres), not BPS-based.
