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Committee on Public Undertakings (COPU)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Examines the accounts and management of public sector undertakings (PSUs). Like the PAC, it reviews CAG reports but focuses on efficiency, autonomy, and returns on investment in state-owned enterprises. Consisting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha MPs, COPU can recommend restructuring or improved corporate governance. It cannot question the government’s basic economic policies but can highlight management deficiencies, fostering accountability in PSUs. Over time, it’s raised concerns about debt-laden PSU finances, poor performance, and governance pitfalls. Strengthening this committee’s oversight can ensure public enterprises align with national objectives and financial discipline while respecting social mandates.

Practice Questions

Who among the following was the first woman Governor of an Indian state?

संसद की कार्यप्रणाली का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में मिलता है?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख के रूप में किसे नियुक्त किया जाता है?

What is the maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha?

मौलिक अधिकारों के लिए न्यायिक संरक्षण किस अनुच्छेद के माध्यम से मिलता है?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन का निर्धारण किसकी स्वीकृति से होता है?

न्यायिक समीक्षा किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

Who has the authority to dissolve the Lok Sabha?

The Parliament of India consists of which of the following?

राजनीतिक दलों की स्वतंत्रता किस अनुच्छेद में सुनिश्चित की गई है?