WBCS.LIVE practice question

All India Services (like IAS, IPS, IFS) are considered a feature that strengthens the Centre in Centre-State relations because:

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. They are recruited by the States but controlled by the Centre.
  2. They serve exclusively under the Central government.
  3. They are recruited and trained by the Centre but serve under both Centre and States.
  4. They are controlled exclusively by the State governments.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: They are recruited and trained by the Centre but serve under both Centre and States.