Debate over Lateral Entry into Civil Services - By Alok Singh
The debate over lateral entry highlights the tension between tradition and innovation in India’s bureaucracy. While the political pushback has slowed its adoption, the potential benefits of introducing external expertise into governance cannot be overlooked. The future of lateral entry will likely hinge on finding a balance that satisfies the need for specialized skills and the principles of social equity.
On 20th August 2024, the Central government directed the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to withdraw its advertisement seeking applications for lateral recruitment to senior posts in the bureaucracy (10 Joint Secretary positions and 35 Director and Deputy Secretary positions) at ....
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