Government accounting in India primarily follows which system of accounting for its core budgets? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Government accounting in India primarily follows which system of accounting for its core budgets?
A. Cash Basis
B. Target Costing
C. Accrual Basis
D. Mercantile Basis
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Historically, Indian government accounting is primarily cash-based, tracking the actual flow of funds into and out of government treasuries.

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