Odisha forwarded 11 IPS officers' names to UPSC for DGP appointment
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Race to post of Odisha DGP hit by controversies
Odisha has sent 11 IPS officers' names to UPSC for DGP appointment, violating the Prakash Singh vs Union of India (2006) Supreme Court mandate that only the three senior-most empanelled officers be considered. This bypasses the court's directive to ensure merit-based, transparent police leadership selection and insulate it from political interference. The move has sparked controversy over adherence to police reform norms and may attract judicial scrutiny. For exams, it tests knowledge of the Prakash Singh judgment, UPSC's role in DGP appointments, and Centre-state dynamics in police administration.
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Prakash Singh vs Union of India (2006) SC ruling mandates only 3 senior-most empanelled IPS officers be considered
UPSC prepares panel of 3 officers based on merit and seniority for state DGP selection
State government's move bypasses Supreme Court directive on police reforms and transparent appointments
Controversy highlights tension between state executive power and judicial mandates on police leadership
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