If the UPSC's advice is adverse to the employee, can the disciplinary authority still impose a lighter penalty?

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Yes. The UPSC's advice is consultative, not binding. However, if the authority departs from the Commission's advice, it must have strong reasons. The employee's representation against the Commission's advice must be duly considered before the final order is passed.

Source: CCS_CCA Rule 19

**Source:** CCS_CCA Rule 19

If the UPSC's advice is adverse to the employee, can the disciplinary authority still impose a lighter penalty?

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