17 What happens to public accountability when accounting is separated from auditing?

Lifelong Learning With A. A. Khatana · Sep 9, 2026 · 25m

While the government requires the agility to execute public welfare schemes, democratic structures demand absolute transparency over public spending. This episode explores the institutional mechanisms designed to resolve the tension between executive spending and legislative surveillance.We delve into the legal boundaries of Indian public finance. We examine how parliament utilizes specific committees—specifically the Public Accounts Committee, the Estimates Committee, and the Committee on Public Undertakings—to audit expenditures and ensure funds are spent as intended. Additionally, we…