Which act raised the maximum age for the ICS examination from 19 to 23? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which act raised the maximum age for the ICS examination from 19 to 23?

A. Charter Act of 1853

B. Charter Act of 1833

C. Government of India Act 1858

D. Indian Councils Act 1892

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Charter Act of 1853 opened the ICS to Indians and initially kept age limit 18-23, but later it was reduced to 19 to disadvantage Indians.

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