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Services under the Union and States

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Articles 308–323 govern recruitment and conditions of service for central and state services. While UPSC/SPSCs oversee appointments, each government frames rules for promotion, probation, and transfer. Protections ensure no employee is dismissed or demoted without due inquiry. The doctrine of pleasure (Article 310) means civil servants hold office at the President’s/Governor’s pleasure, tempered by Article 311’s safeguards against arbitrary dismissal. These provisions aim at a stable, merit-based bureaucracy that upholds neutrality. Yet, frequent transfers or political meddling erode morale. Balancing accountability with job security remains pivotal for an efficient, impartial civil service under India’s parliamentary-federal structure.

Practice Questions

राज्यों के अधिकारों का निर्धारण किस आधार पर होता है?

राज्यों के बीच शक्तियों का संतुलन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Union List of the Indian Constitution?

राष्ट्रपति द्वारा दी जाने वाली शपथ किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद द्वारा नियंत्रित होती है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the President’s power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?

विधेयक प्रस्तुत करने का अधिकार संसद के किस सदन के सदस्यों को है?

What is the term of office for a Governor of a state in India?

लोकसभा के सदस्यों के लिए न्यूनतम योग्यता क्या है?

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian federal system?