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Civil Servants (Appointment, Promotion and Transfer) Rules, 1973 QUESTION #1877
Question 1
Short-term vacancies in posts within FPSC purview for a period NOT exceeding six months may be filled by whom under Rule 20?
  • Only through FPSC
  • By the appointing authority on purely temporary basis after advertising✔️
  • By the Selection Board
  • By Departmental Promotion Committee without advertising
Correct Answer Explanation
Rule 20 states such vacancies may be filled by the appointing authority otherwise than through the Commission on a purely temporary basis after advertising the vacancy.