This Report covers matters arising out of audit of State Government Departments and Autonomous Bodies under the General and Social Sectors. The primary purpose of this Report is to bring to the notice of the Legislature, important results of audit. Auditing Standards require that the materiality level for reporting should be commensurate with the nature, volume and magnitude of transactions. The findings of audit are expected to enable the Executive to take corrective action as also to frame policies and directives that will lead to improved financial management of the organisations, thus, contributing to better governance.
This chapter, in addition to explaining planning and coverage of audit, provides a synopsis of important achievements and deficiencies in implementation of selected schemes, significant audit observations made during audit of transactions and follow-up