{"id":46048,"date":"2026-02-05T20:22:47","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T14:52:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=46048"},"modified":"2026-02-05T20:22:48","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T14:52:48","slug":"central-staffing-scheme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/","title":{"rendered":"Central Staffing Scheme: ACC Approves New Defence Director Appointment 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#Central_Staffing_Scheme_news_update_ACC_approves_M%E2%80%AFAnitha_as_Director_in_the_Defence_Department_strengthening_national_security_governance_and_strategic_administration\" >Central Staffing Scheme news update: ACC approves M.\u202fAnitha as Director in the Defence Department, strengthening national security governance and strategic administration.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_ACC_Approves_New_Director_Appointment_in_Defence_Department_Senior_Bureaucratic_Reshuffle\" >\ud83d\udccc ACC Approves New Director Appointment in Defence Department: Senior Bureaucratic Reshuffle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#%F0%9F%93%8D_Appointment_Overview_Who_What_and_How\" >\ud83d\udccd Appointment Overview: Who, What and How<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#%F0%9F%9B%A1%EF%B8%8F_Understanding_the_Role_Director_in_the_Defence_Department\" >\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Understanding the Role: Director in the Defence Department<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#%F0%9F%93%8A_What_Is_the_Central_Staffing_Scheme\" >\ud83d\udcca What Is the Central Staffing Scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Significance_of_This_Appointment\" >\ud83d\udccc Significance of This Appointment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#%F0%9F%A7%A0_Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >\ud83e\udde0 Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#Strategic_Importance_for_Government_Aspirants\" >Strategic Importance for Government Aspirants<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#%F0%9F%93%9C_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udcdc Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#Evolution_of_Bureaucratic_Appointments_in_India\" >Evolution of Bureaucratic Appointments in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#Rise_of_Central_Staffing_Scheme\" >Rise of Central Staffing Scheme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#Appointments_Committee_of_the_Cabinet_ACC\" >Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_ACC_Approves_New_Defence_Director_Appointment\" >\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from ACC Approves New Defence Director Appointment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#1_Who_has_been_appointed_as_the_new_Director_in_the_Department_of_Defence\" >1. Who has been appointed as the new Director in the Department of Defence?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#2_What_is_the_Central_Staffing_Scheme_CSS\" >2. What is the Central Staffing Scheme (CSS)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#3_Which_committee_approved_this_appointment\" >3. Which committee approved this appointment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#4_What_will_be_the_tenure_of_M%E2%80%AFAnitha_as_Director_in_Defence\" >4. What will be the tenure of M.\u202fAnitha as Director in Defence?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#5_Why_are_Director-level_appointments_in_the_Defence_Department_important\" >5. Why are Director-level appointments in the Defence Department important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#6_From_which_department_did_M%E2%80%AFAnitha_move_to_join_the_Defence_Department\" >6. From which department did M.\u202fAnitha move to join the Defence Department?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#7_How_is_the_CSS_relevant_for_competitive_exams\" >7. How is the CSS relevant for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#8_What_is_the_role_of_the_ACC_in_high-level_government_appointments\" >8. What is the role of the ACC in high-level government appointments?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/central-staffing-scheme\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Central_Staffing_Scheme_news_update_ACC_approves_M%E2%80%AFAnitha_as_Director_in_the_Defence_Department_strengthening_national_security_governance_and_strategic_administration\"><\/span>Central Staffing Scheme news update: ACC approves M.\u202fAnitha as Director in the Defence Department, strengthening national security governance and strategic administration.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_ACC_Approves_New_Director_Appointment_in_Defence_Department_Senior_Bureaucratic_Reshuffle\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc ACC Approves New Director Appointment in Defence Department: Senior Bureaucratic Reshuffle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a significant bureaucratic development, the <strong>Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)<\/strong> has approved the <strong>appointment of M.\u202fAnitha<\/strong>, an Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax) officer from the 2007 batch, as <strong>Director in the Department of Defence<\/strong> under the <strong>Central Staffing Scheme (CSS)<\/strong>. This decision was officially sanctioned by the ACC, highlighting the government\u2019s ongoing practice of strengthening key ministries with experienced civil servants to ensure effective governance and policy continuity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8D_Appointment_Overview_Who_What_and_How\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccd Appointment Overview: Who, What and How<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>M.\u202fAnitha\u2019s appointment<\/strong> comes through a <strong>lateral shift<\/strong> from her current role as Director in the <strong>Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM)<\/strong>. She will transition to the Department of Defence, bringing her administrative expertise from the revenue sector into a strategic ministry responsible for national security and defence affairs. This shift reflects the Indian government\u2019s strategy of cross\u2011sector bureaucratic exposure to foster broader governance experience among senior officers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her tenure as Director in the Defence Department will continue until <strong>26\u202fSeptember\u202f2026<\/strong> \u2014 the remaining period of her five\u2011year deputation under the CSS \u2014 or until further orders, whichever comes earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9B%A1%EF%B8%8F_Understanding_the_Role_Director_in_the_Defence_Department\"><\/span>\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Understanding the Role: Director in the Defence Department<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>Director in the Department of Defence<\/strong> holds a critical position within India\u2019s defence bureaucracy. This role involves supporting formulation and implementation of defence policies, administrative oversight, and inter\u2011departmental coordination. As Director, Ms.\u202fAnitha will likely be involved in policy planning, budgetary coordination with the Ministry of Finance, implementation of defence reforms, and coordination with the armed forces and other central ministries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A_What_Is_the_Central_Staffing_Scheme\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcca What Is the Central Staffing Scheme?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Central Staffing Scheme (CSS)<\/strong> is an administrative mechanism under the Department of Personnel &amp; Training (DoPT) that enables the <strong>deputation of officers from All India Services (such as IAS, IPS) and select Group \u2018A\u2019 Central Services<\/strong> to key central posts across ministries and departments. The scheme enhances policy planning and administrative experience by introducing diverse professional perspectives into the central governance framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key features of the CSS include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deputation across various ministries for 3\u20135 years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inclusion of officers with a minimum years of service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Annual offer lists prepared by DoPT for eligible officers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Priority for officers with proven administrative performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Significance_of_This_Appointment\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Significance of This Appointment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Appointments at the Director level in strategic ministries like Defence are <strong>crucial<\/strong> not only for bureaucratic functioning but also for policy continuity and national security governance. Experienced officers like Ms.\u202fAnitha, with diverse administrative exposure, bring fresh perspectives to defence policymaking \u2014 which is important for sectors ranging from defence production to civil\u2011military coordination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This appointment also signifies the government\u2019s commitment to utilizing the <strong>Central Staffing Scheme<\/strong> to fill leadership positions with capable officers, thereby reinforcing administrative efficiency across ministries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"Central-Staffing-Scheme\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Central Staffing Scheme\" style=\"width:436px;height:auto\" title=\"Central Staffing Scheme\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Central Staffing Scheme<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A7%A0_Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>\ud83e\udde0 Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Importance_for_Government_Aspirants\"><\/span>Strategic Importance for Government Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For students preparing for government examinations \u2014 including <strong>UPSC Civil Services (IAS, IPS, IFS, PSCS), SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence Services (CDS, NDA, AFCAT)<\/strong>, and state\u2011level exams \u2014 understanding bureaucratic appointments such as this is crucial for several reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Public Administration Insight:<\/strong> This news offers real\u2011world context on how the Government of India manages key appointments in crucial ministries like Defence. Such appointments are often part of questions in <strong>General Studies Paper\u2011II &amp; III (Civil Services exam)<\/strong> and <strong>Static GK Sections in SSC &amp; Banking exams<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Understanding Government Mechanisms:<\/strong> The <strong>Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)<\/strong> and <strong>Central Staffing Scheme<\/strong> are frequently tested topics in exams related to <strong>Polity &amp; Governance<\/strong>. The CSS exemplifies how administrative integration occurs between different services, which is relevant for essays, interviews and GS papers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Policy Implementation Impact:<\/strong> Knowing which officer is appointed and how bureaucratic postings work provides insights into <strong>policy continuity<\/strong>, efficiency, and governance structures \u2014 key topics across <strong>general awareness sections<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Defence Sector Awareness:<\/strong> Defence is a major segment in current affairs for <strong>Defence Services exams<\/strong> and <strong>Civil Services preparation<\/strong>. This appointment reinforces how civilian officers play strategic roles in defence administration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9C_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcdc Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_Bureaucratic_Appointments_in_India\"><\/span>Evolution of Bureaucratic Appointments in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since India\u2019s independence, the <strong>bureaucratic structure<\/strong> has been crucial to governance. The Constitution and subsequent administrative systems envisioned a <strong>neutral, professional civil service<\/strong> capable of implementing government policies efficiently. Initially dominated by the Indian Civil Service (ICS), post\u2011independence reforms led to the <strong>Indian Administrative Service (IAS)<\/strong> and other All India Services such as <strong>IPS and IFoS<\/strong>. These services have played central roles in policymaking and implementation across states and the Centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rise_of_Central_Staffing_Scheme\"><\/span>Rise of Central Staffing Scheme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Introduced in <strong>1996<\/strong>, the <strong>Central Staffing Scheme (CSS)<\/strong> was created to systematically deputize officers to the central government from state cadres and other central services. It aimed to enhance administrative capability across ministries by leveraging diverse officer expertise. Over the years, CSS has evolved into a structured channel for appointments to posts such as Director, Joint Secretary, and Additional Secretary \u2014 enhancing policy planning and coordination across departments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Appointments_Committee_of_the_Cabinet_ACC\"><\/span>Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>ACC<\/strong> \u2014 headed by the Prime Minister and includes the Minister of Home Affairs \u2014 is empowered to approve high\u2011level appointments in the Government of India. Its approval is mandatory for top postings, including Directors, Joint Secretaries, Secretaries, and other key positions across ministries. This committee ensures that senior positions are filled through a standardized, transparent process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_ACC_Approves_New_Defence_Director_Appointment\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from <em>ACC Approves New Defence Director Appointment<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Sr. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>The ACC approved the appointment of <strong>M.\u202fAnitha (IRS, 2007 batch)<\/strong> as Director in the <strong>Department of Defence<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>Her appointment was made under the <strong>Central Staffing Scheme (CSS)<\/strong> and involves a lateral shift from DIPAM.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>The tenure is valid until <strong>26\u202fSeptember\u202f2026<\/strong> or until further orders.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>Directors in Defence play a key role in <strong>administration, policy coordination and strategic governance<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>The appointment showcases the government\u2019s usage of CSS to <strong>strengthen strategic ministries<\/strong> with experienced officers.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Central Staffing Scheme<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_has_been_appointed_as_the_new_Director_in_the_Department_of_Defence\"><\/span>1. Who has been appointed as the new Director in the Department of Defence?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> M.\u202fAnitha, an Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer of the 2007 batch, has been appointed as Director in the Department of Defence under the Central Staffing Scheme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_Central_Staffing_Scheme_CSS\"><\/span>2. What is the Central Staffing Scheme (CSS)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The CSS is a mechanism under the Department of Personnel &amp; Training (DoPT) that deputes officers from All India Services and select Group \u2018A\u2019 Central Services to key central government positions to enhance policy planning and administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_committee_approved_this_appointment\"><\/span>3. Which committee approved this appointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved this appointment. The ACC is headed by the Prime Minister and includes the Minister of Home Affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_will_be_the_tenure_of_M%E2%80%AFAnitha_as_Director_in_Defence\"><\/span>4. What will be the tenure of M.\u202fAnitha as Director in Defence?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Her tenure will continue until 26 September 2026 or until further orders, whichever comes earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Why_are_Director-level_appointments_in_the_Defence_Department_important\"><\/span>5. Why are Director-level appointments in the Defence Department important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Directors in the Defence Department play a crucial role in policy formulation, administration, inter-departmental coordination, and ensuring continuity in governance and national security policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_From_which_department_did_M%E2%80%AFAnitha_move_to_join_the_Defence_Department\"><\/span>6. From which department did M.\u202fAnitha move to join the Defence Department?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> She moved from the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_is_the_CSS_relevant_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>7. How is the CSS relevant for competitive exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The CSS is often asked in <strong>General Studies Paper-II &amp; III<\/strong> in UPSC and similar exams as it reflects government mechanisms for deputation and bureaucratic management. It also helps understand inter-service coordination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_role_of_the_ACC_in_high-level_government_appointments\"><\/span>8. What is the role of the ACC in high-level government appointments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The ACC ensures transparency and standardization in appointments of senior bureaucrats across ministries like Defence, Finance, and Home Affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link 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