Lateral Entry Controversy: Modi Govt Rolls Back UPSC Recruitment To Uphold Reservations

The Indian government has canceled the UPSC advertisement calling for lateral entry into 45 specialized posts, citing the need to uphold the constitutional mandate for social justice. The rollback, announced by the Department of Personnel & Training, emphasizes ensuring that marginalized communities receive rightful representation in government services. The positions were classified as single-cadre posts, with no reservation provisions, prompting the government to reconsider its approach to lateral entry.