Consider the following statements:
1. All-India Services common to Union & states.
2. Controlled by state governments only.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Answer: Only 1
Explanation: All-India Services such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Forest Service (IFOS) are common services for both the Union and State governments, meaning officers can serve in either level of administration.
Statement 1 is correct: All-India Services are indeed common to both Union and States.
Statement 2 is incorrect: These services are not controlled only by state governments. Instead, they are jointly controlled by the Central Government and State Governments, with significant control resting with the Centre, especially in recruitment and service conditions through the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Additional Key Facts
All-India Services are mentioned under Article 312 of the Indian Constitution.
Created to maintain administrative uniformity across India.
Major All-India Services include:
IAS (Indian Administrative Service)
IPS (Indian Police Service)
IFoS (Indian Forest Service)
Officers are allotted to states but remain under dual control (Centre + State).
The Centre governs recruitment, training, and disciplinary matters.
Potential Exam-Oriented Questions & Answers
Question: Who controls All-India Services?
Answer: Both Union and State governments (dual control)
Question: What is the main purpose of All-India Services?
Answer: To ensure administrative unity and efficiency across states