In the Union Government, under whose charge is the Cabinet Secretariat ?

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Q: 16 (IES/2010)
In the Union Government, under whose charge is the Cabinet Secretariat ?

question_subject: 

Polity

question_exam: 

IES

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keywords: 

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The correct answer is option 1: The Prime Minister of India.

The Cabinet Secretariat is a crucial institution in the Union Government of India that assists the Council of Ministers in the administration of the country. It is responsible for coordinating activities among various ministries and departments, facilitating decision-making, and ensuring effective implementation of government policies.

The Cabinet Secretariat is headed by the Cabinet Secretary, who is the highest-ranking civil servant in India. The Cabinet Secretary acts as the principal advisor to the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers. The Cabinet Secretary is appointed by the Prime Minister and serves as a bridge between political leadership and the administrative machinery.

As per the question, the charge of the Cabinet Secretariat is under the control of the Prime Minister of India. This means that the Prime Minister has the authority to allocate responsibilities related to the Cabinet Secretariat among the Cabinet Ministers. Therefore, option 1 is the correct answer.

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