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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The Consolidated Fund of India is the principal government account under Article 266(1) into which all revenues, loans raised, and loan repayments received by the Union flow.
- What is the difference between the Consolidated Fund and the Contingency Fund of India?
- What is 'charged' expenditure on the Consolidated Fund of India?
- Which authority audits the Consolidated Fund of India?
- How can money be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund before the budget is passed?

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