Multiple choice

In accordance with the provisions of our constitution new all-India services can be created only by

  1. the President on the advice of the council of Ministers

  2. the Parliament

  3. amendment of the Constitution

  4. new services cannot be created
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Under Article 312, if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution supported by two-thirds of members present and voting, the Parliament may by law provide for the creation of one or more all-India services. Thus, the ultimate power to create the service lies with the Parliament.

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