What is the distinction between expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund of India and other types of expenditure according to this text?
The distinction between expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund of India and other types of expenditure according to this text is that while both are related to financial matters, expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund of India refers to a specific category of expenditure that cannot be reduced or altered by the legislature without its permission. This type of expenditure includes items such as salaries of government officials, pensions, and interests on loans. Other types of expenditure can be controlled and adjusted through budgeting and appropriations by the legislative body.