In August 2024, who assumed office as India's Union Home Secretary?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Answer: Govind Mohan.
Explanation —
In August 2024, senior IAS officer Govind Mohan assumed charge as India's Union Home Secretary. He succeeded Ajay Kumar Bhalla, who had served in this position for a long tenure. A 1989-batch IAS officer of the Sikkim cadre, Govind Mohan previously served as the Secretary in the Ministry of Culture. The post of Home Secretary is one of the most critical administrative positions within the Government of India, overseeing sensitive subjects such as internal security, border management, and Centre-State relations. His appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
Additional Points —
Ajay Kumar Bhalla: He was the former Home Secretary who completed a long tenure spanning from August 2019 to August 2024.
Rajiv Gauba: He served as India's Cabinet Secretary, which is the country's highest bureaucratic post. (Note: In August 2024, T.V. Somanathan became the new Cabinet Secretary).
Anil Baijal: He served as the former Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi.
Potential Exam Questions and Answers —
Question: By whom is the appointment of the Union Home Secretary approved?
Answer: By the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
Question: Who is currently India's Cabinet Secretary?
Answer: T.V. Somanathan (since August 2024).