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Subject to the proviso to Article 320(3) of the Constitution of India, on which matters must a State…

Article 320(3)(a) covers methods of recruitment to civil services and for civil posts. Article 320(3)(c) covers disciplinary matters affecting civil servants, including…

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Subject to the proviso to Article 320(3) of the Constitution of India, on which matters must a State Public Service Commission be consulted?

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Article 320(3)(a) covers methods of recruitment to civil services and for civil posts. Article 320(3)(c) covers disciplinary matters affecting civil servants, including related memorials or petitions.

Under the proviso, the Governor may specify matters in which consultation is unnecessary for the relevant State services and posts.

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Option A

Recruitment methods are covered, but Article 320(3)(c) also lists the disciplinary matters in question.

Option B

Disciplinary matters are covered, but Article 320(3)(a) also lists recruitment methods.

Option C

Clauses (a) and (c) cover both areas, subject to the constitutional proviso.

Option D

Clauses (a) and (c) expressly list both areas.

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