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UPSC & State Public Service Commissions: Constitutional Framework GK Questions & Answers
Part XIV, Chapter II of the Indian Constitution (Articles 315 to 323) establishes the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and State Public Service Commissions (SPSCs) as autonomous constitutional bodies tasked with maintaining the merit system in civil services recruitment. Article 315 provides for the constitution of the UPSC for the Union and individual PSCs for the States, with provisions for Joint State Public Service Commissions established through parliamentary statute upon state legislative consent. Under Article 316, the President appoints the UPSC Chairman and members, while the Governor appoints State PSC members, with half of all appointees having held public office for at least ten years.
Article 320 outlines the mandatory functions of Public Service Commissions, encompassing the conduct of examinations for appointments to public services, direct recruitment, and advising the executive on disciplinary matters, promotions, and transfers. To preserve institutional independence, Article 317 prescribes a strict judicial inquiry procedure by the Supreme Court for member removals on grounds of misbehavior. Under Article 323, the UPSC submits annual performance reports to the President, which are tabled before Parliament along with memoranda explaining reasons for any non-acceptance of advisory recommendations.
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Established under Part XIV, Articles 315–323 as independent constitutional recruiting bodies for the Union and States.
Members are appointed under Article 316 by the President (UPSC/JSPSC) and Governor (State PSC) for fixed six-year terms.
Article 317 mandates removal of members only by Presidential order following a formal inquiry by the Supreme Court.
Article 320 details functions including competitive examinations, recruitment, and mandatory consultations on disciplinary matters.
Submits annual reports under Article 323 to the President or Governor, requiring legislative scrutiny for any non-accepted advice.
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1ID: GK-INST-00007
easyECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 316 of the Constitution, what is the maximum age limit for the Chairman and members of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
Verified Explanation
Under Article 316(2), a member of the UPSC holds office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier.
2ID: GK-INST-00029
mediumECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 323 of the Constitution, to whom does the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) present its annual report regarding the work done by the Commission?
Verified Explanation
Under Article 323(1), it is the duty of the UPSC to present annually to the President a report as to the work done by the Commission, which the President causes to be laid before both Houses of Parliament.
3ID: GK-INST-00048
hardECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 319 of the Constitution, what restriction applies to the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) upon ceasing to hold office?
Verified Explanation
Article 319(a) dictates that the Chairman of the UPSC shall be ineligible for further employment either under the Government of India or under the Government of a State to safeguard institutional independence.
4ID: GK-INST-00185
easyECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Which Article of the Constitution of India mandates that the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) shall be consulted on all matters relating to methods of recruitment to civil services and civil posts?
Verified Explanation
Article 320 of the Constitution of India defines the functions of Public Service Commissions, mandating consultation with the UPSC on methods of recruitment, principles for appointments, promotions, and disciplinary matters.
5ID: GK-INST-00216
mediumECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Which Article of the Constitution of India provides for the appointment of the Chairman and other members of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and State Public Service Commissions by the President and Governor respectively?
Verified Explanation
Article 316 of the Constitution deals with the appointment and term of office of members of Public Service Commissions, specifying that UPSC members are appointed by the President and SPSC members by the State Governor.
6ID: GK-INST-00276
mediumECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 316(2) of the Constitution of India, what is the term of office for the Chairman and members of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
Verified Explanation
Article 316(2) provides that a member of the UPSC holds office for a term of six years from the date on which they enter upon office or until they attain the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier.
7ID: GK-INST-00287
hardECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 319(a) of the Constitution of India, what post-retirement employment restriction is imposed on the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
Verified Explanation
Article 319(a) strictly mandates that the Chairman of the UPSC shall be ineligible for further employment either under the Government of India or under the Government of a State, ensuring complete institutional independence.
8ID: GK-INST-00374
mediumECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 317(1) of the Constitution of India, what inquiry process is mandatory before the President can remove the Chairman or any member of the UPSC on the ground of misbehaviour?
Verified Explanation
Article 317(1) mandates that the Chairman or a member of the UPSC can only be removed from office by order of the President on the ground of misbehaviour after the Supreme Court, on a reference being made to it by the President, has held an inquiry and reported that the member ought to be removed.
9ID: GK-INST-00375
mediumECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 323 of the Constitution of India, what document must accompany the annual report of the UPSC when it is laid before Parliament by the President?
Verified Explanation
Article 323(1) provides that the President shall cause a copy of the annual report of the UPSC to be laid before each House of Parliament together with a memorandum explaining the reasons why advice of the Commission was not accepted in any case.
10ID: GK-INST-00426
easyECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 316 of the Constitution, what is the term of office for a Member or Chairperson of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
Verified Explanation
Article 316(2) provides that a member of the UPSC holds office for a term of 6 years from the date of entering office or until attaining the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
11ID: GK-INST-00434
mediumECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 317 of the Constitution, on what ground and through which mechanism can the Chairperson or any Member of the UPSC be removed from office by the President?
Verified Explanation
Under Article 317(1), the Chairman or Member of UPSC can be removed on the ground of misbehaviour only by the President after the Supreme Court conducts an inquiry on a reference made by the President and reports that they ought to be removed.
12ID: GK-INST-00441
hardECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
What post-retirement employment restriction is imposed on the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) under Article 319(a) of the Constitution?
Verified Explanation
Article 319(a) strictly provides that the Chairman of the UPSC shall be ineligible for any further employment either under the Government of India or under the Government of a State, ensuring complete impartiality and independence.
13ID: GK-INST-00486
easyECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
What is the retirement age for the Chairman and members of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
Verified Explanation
Under Article 316(2) of the Constitution, a member of the UPSC holds office for a term of 6 years from the date of entering office or until attaining the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
14ID: GK-INST-00493
mediumECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 317 of the Constitution, on what grounds and procedure can the Chairman or any other member of the UPSC be removed from office by the President?
Verified Explanation
Under Article 317(1), the Chairman or member of UPSC can only be removed by the President on the ground of misbehaviour after the Supreme Court, on reference being made by the President, conducts an inquiry under Article 145 and reports that the member ought to be removed.
15ID: GK-INST-00546
easyECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Which Article of the Constitution of India provides for the creation of a Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for the Union and State Public Service Commissions for the States?
Verified Explanation
Article 315(1) of the Constitution of India mandates that there shall be a Public Service Commission for the Union (UPSC) and a Public Service Commission for each State (SPSC).
16ID: GK-INST-00563
hardECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 317 of the Constitution of India, what mandatory procedure must the President follow to remove the Chairman or a Member of the UPSC on grounds of misbehaviour?
Verified Explanation
Under Article 317(1), the Chairman or Member of UPSC can be removed by the President on the ground of misbehaviour only after the Supreme Court, on a reference made by the President, has held an inquiry and reported that the person ought to be removed.
17ID: GK-INST-00124
easyECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Which Article of the Constitution of India provides for the establishment of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and State Public Service Commissions?
Verified Explanation
Article 315 of the Indian Constitution provides that there shall be a Public Service Commission for the Union and a Public Service Commission for each State.
18ID: GK-INST-00136
easyECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 322 of the Constitution, upon which fund are the administrative expenses and pensions of the UPSC charged?
Verified Explanation
Article 322 specifies that the administrative expenses of the Union Public Service Commission, including salaries, allowances, and pensions of its members and staff, shall be charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
19ID: GK-INST-00162
mediumECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 317 of the Constitution, on what ground can the President remove the Chairman or any other member of the UPSC after a reference to the Supreme Court?
Verified Explanation
Article 317(1) specifies that the Chairman or any other member of a Public Service Commission may only be removed from office by the President on the ground of misbehaviour after the Supreme Court, on reference made to it by the President, has reported that they ought to be removed.
20ID: GK-INST-00228
hardECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 320(3) of the Constitution of India, in which of the following recruitment matters is consultation with the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) NOT mandatory?
Verified Explanation
Article 320(4) explicitly specifies that nothing in Article 320(3) shall require a Public Service Commission to be consulted as respects the manner in which any provision referred to in Article 16(4) (reservation for backward classes) is implemented.
21ID: GK-INST-00282
mediumECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 317(1) of the Constitution of India, on what sole ground and through which procedure can the Chairman or a member of the UPSC be removed from office by the President?
Verified Explanation
Article 317(1) provides that the Chairman or any other member of a Public Service Commission shall only be removed from office by order of the President on the ground of misbehaviour after the Supreme Court, on a Presidential reference, holds an inquiry and recommends removal.
22ID: GK-INST-00319
hardECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 320(4) of the Constitution of India, on which specific constitutional matter is consultation with the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) or State PSC explicitly excluded?
Verified Explanation
Article 320(4) states: 'Nothing in clause (3) shall require a Public Service Commission to be consulted as respects the manner in which any provision referred to in clause (4) of article 16 may be made or as respects the manner in which effect may be given to the provisions of article 335.'
23ID: GK-INST-00366
easyECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 316 of the Constitution of India, what is the term of office for the Chairman and members of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
Verified Explanation
Under Article 316(2), a member of the Union Public Service Commission holds office for a term of six years from the date on which he enters upon his office or until he attains the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier.
24ID: GK-INST-00064
easyECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 316 of the Constitution of India, what is the maximum retirement age for the Chairman and members of a State Public Service Commission (SPSC)?
Verified Explanation
Under Article 316(2) of the Constitution, a member of a State Public Service Commission holds office for a term of six years or until attaining the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier (UPSC is 65 years).
25ID: GK-INST-00077
hardECI, CAG, UPSC & Finance Commission
Under Article 319 of the Constitution of India, a member (other than Chairman) of a State Public Service Commission upon ceasing to hold office is eligible for appointment to which position?
Verified Explanation
Under Article 319(d), a member of an SPSC is eligible for appointment as Chairman or member of UPSC, or Chairman of that or any other SPSC, but ineligible for any other employment under GoI or State Governments.
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