Shimla, Nov. 8 -- In compliance with the Himachal Pradesh high court directives, the state police has again cancelled the online B-1 test which was scheduled for November 9.

The B1 test for Himachal Pradesh Police is an online, promotion-based exam for constables to become head constables

The step was taken following the HC's order after the plea challenging the test came up for hearing. Counsel for the petitioners submitted that almost 60% of promotions to the post of Head Constables are made from those, who qualify B-I test; 30% on the basis of seniority; and 10% from those who are consistent outstanding performers in job or sports or display exceptional bravery during job. It has been projected that those falling under 30% get promot...