Q. With reference to the Chief Secretary of a State, consider the following statements:
1.The Chief Secretary is the highest-ranking civil servant in the state and acts as the principal advisor to the Chief Minister.
2.The position of Chief Secretary is explicitly mentioned in the Constitution of India.
3.The Chief Secretary in a State is appointed by the Governor of that State.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct: The Chief Secretary is the highest-ranking civil servant in a state and principal advisor to the Chief Minister.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect: The position of Chief Secretary is not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution; it is a post created under state rules and administrative conventions.
  • Statement 3 is incorrect: The Chief Secretary is appointed by the Chief Minister, not the Governor

Source- ET

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