Can DM suspend SDM Quora?

A DM/Dc can suspend any class 3 Officer of any department posted in his district except police officials and thats why the post of SP becomes so important. For taking any action against police officials consent of district SP is required. No.

Can DM inspect police station?

Hearing cases under the preventive section of the Criminal Procedure Code. Supervision of jails and certification of execution of capital sentences. Inspection of police stations, prisons and juvenile homes in the district.

Who has the power to suspend an IAS officer?

The IAS officers work under the state government’s control. So, the power to suspend them should vest in the state government. There should, however, be certain safeguards to protect the officers.

Can an IAS officer be transferred to another government agency?

No. He can only transfer him and that too on valid grounds and that action is subject to appeal against that order in the tribunal. In fact all civil services IAS, IFS, IRS and IPS etc holders has such immunity from the governments as our constitution makers has believed such a immunity will make them fearless and honest.

What are the functions of an IAS officer?

Typically the functions of an IAS officer are to implement government policies at the grass-root level when posted at field work i.e. as SDM, ADM, DM and Divisional Commissioner and act as an intermediate between public and government and to handle the daily affairs of the government.

How many IAS officers have been dismissed for non-performance?

It was reported by Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions that 24 officers from IAS along with 381 Group A Service officers had been premature retired and granted cut in remuneration. In recent years, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has dismissed few IAS officers for non-performance.