Inclusion of Indian Skill Development Service in All India Services
Q. Which of the following agency has power to set up All India Civil Services branches?- Published on 07 Dec 15a. Loksabha
b. Rajya Sabha
c. Both houses of parliament
d. UPSC
ANSWER: Rajya Sabha
- The constitution under Article 312 provides for All India Civil Services branches to be set up by giving the power to the Rajya Sabha.
- It requires a two-thirds majority to establish new all-India services.
- The new 'Indian Skill Development Service' will be notified shortly to further intensify government's ambitious 'Skill India' programme.
- The service will be useful in creation of a dedicated skill development cadre.
- The 'Skill India' programme is targeted at enhancing existing skills of the citizens.