Indian government withdraws lateral entry ad for 45 bureaucracy positions following PM Modi's directive.
The Indian government has withdrawn an advertisement inviting applications for 45 positions through the lateral entry route into the bureaucracy, following a directive from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The UPSC had advertised for 45 posts of the level of joint secretary, director, and deputy secretary in various departments, which garnered criticism for undermining the Indian Administrative Service and reservation rights for marginalized communities. The government has emphasized the importance of upholding the principles of equity and social justice, and the UPSC has been asked to review and reform these aspects.
August 20, 2024
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