Q
For the purpose of Section 13, 'competent authority' means the:
AAuthority next above the appointing authority
BAppointing authority prescribed in rule 6 of the APT Rules, 1973
CPrime Minister for all BPS
DEstablishment Division
Correct Answer:
B. Appointing authority prescribed in rule 6 of the APT Rules, 1973
Explanation:
Explanation to S.13: competent authority = appointing authority under rule 6 of the Civil Servants (Appointment, Promotion and Transfer) Rules, 1973.
