What happens if the Auditor-General chooses not to become the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India under this provision?
The Auditor-General of India holding office immediately before the commencement of this Constitution may choose not to become the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India. In such case, they will not be entitled to the salaries and rights in respect of leave of absence and pension provided under clause (3) of article 148. They will continue to hold office until the expiration of their term of office as determined under the provisions which were applicable to them immediately before the commencement of this Constitution.