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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

संविधान सभा की बैठकें किस वर्ष प्रारंभ हुई थीं?

Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?

विधायिका के प्रमुख का चुनाव किस प्रक्रिया से होता है?

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

Who among the following is known as the "Father of the Nation" in India?

केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्तियों का विभाजन किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

Who among the following was the first woman Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

प्रधानमंत्री का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

विधेयक पारित करने की प्रक्रिया किस प्रावधान के अंतर्गत आती है?