How does the Secretary of State's appointment to a civil service of the Crown in India impact conditions of service for certain individuals?
The Secretary of State's appointment to a civil service of the Crown in India impacts conditions of service for certain individuals by allowing Parliament to vary or revoke those conditions after their appointment to such posts. This exception applies to persons holding or having held the office of Chief Justice or other Judge of the Supreme Court, the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India, the Chairman or other member of the Union or a State Public Service Commission, or the Chief Election Commissioner. The conditions of service for these individuals can be altered or revoked by Parliament to their disadvantage, as long as they are applicable due to their appointment by the Secretary of State or Secretary of State in Council to a civil service of the Crown in India.