AAP Slams BJP Over Lateral Entry Controversy, Labels It 'Anti-Constitution'

The AAP criticized the BJP for allegedly undermining reservation policies through lateral entry recruitment. The Centre instructed the UPSC to withdraw an advertisement for appointments that sparked controversy. AAP's Jasmine Shah accused BJP of being against the Constitution and reservations in IAS officer appointments.

On Tuesday, the AAP lashed out at the BJP, accusing it of being 'anti-Constitution' for its stance on lateral entry recruitment.

The Centre directed the UPSC to withdraw its recent advertisement on lateral entry positions, amid a row over reservations in these posts. AAP leader Jasmine Shah claimed the BJP aims to end reservations in IAS appointments.

Union Minister Jitendra Singh requested UPSC Chairman Preeti Sudan to cancel the notice to ensure fair representation of marginalized communities in government roles. The UPSC's August 17th notification to recruit 45 joint secretaries, directors, and deputy secretaries faced opposition criticism, who argued it compromised the quota rights of OBCs, SCs, and STs.

(With inputs from agencies.)