Which Articles of the Constitution of India deals with the Union Public Service Commission?

The correct answer is Articles 315 to 323.

Key Points

• Articles 315 to 323 of the Indian Constitution deal with the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
• Article 315 provides for the establishment of the UPSC and State Public Service Commissions.
• Article 316 outlines the appointment and term of office of members of the UPSC.
• Article 320 specifies the functions of the UPSC, which include conducting examinations for appointments to the services of the Union.
• Article 323 deals with the reports of the UPSC and the action taken on them.

Additional Information

• Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
  • The UPSC is India's central recruiting agency responsible for appointments to and examinations for All India services and group A & group B of Central services.
  • It is an independent constitutional body established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
  • The UPSC conducts various examinations including the Civil Services Examination, Engineering Services Examination, and Combined Defence Services Examination.
  • The commission consists of a chairman and other members appointed by the President of India.
• State Public Service Commissions (SPSCs)
  • Similar to the UPSC, each state has its own Public Service Commission which conducts exams for state-level civil services.
  • SPSCs are established under the provisions of Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
  • The members of SPSCs are also appointed by the respective state's Governor.
• Joint Public Service Commission
  • Article 315 also provides for the establishment of a Joint Public Service Commission for two or more states.
  • This is established by an act of Parliament.
  • The chairman and members of a Joint Public Service Commission are appointed by the President of India.
• UPSC's Role in Recruitment
  • The UPSC is responsible for appointing officers to various civil services including IAS, IPS, IFS, and other central services.
  • It also advises the government on matters related to recruitment, transfers, and disciplinary actions.
  • The commission's examinations are known for their rigorous and comprehensive selection process.