Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following was widely considered as the ‘heaven born service’ for Indians during British rule?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is The Indian Civil Service or ICS.
Key Points
- The Indian Civil Service (ICS) was widely considered the 'heaven-born service' for Indians.
- Initially only Europeans were allowed but later Indians were allowed to join.
- They served in various capacities, including district commissioners, tax collectors, and judges.
- The present day Civil services (IAS,IPS, etc.) is legacy of ICS exam.
Additional Information
- After independence in 1947, the ICS was renamed the Indian Administrative Service (IAS).
- It is responsible for the policies implementation, maintaining law and order, projects at various levels of governance (central, state, and district).
- Other important civil services are Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS),Indian Revenue Service (IRS) and others.
Last updated on Jun 17, 2025
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-> The Application Dates will be rescheduled in the notification.
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