UPSC
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is a constitutional body of India that conducts direct recruitment of officers to the All India Services and the Central Civil Services (Group A and B) through examinations. It is one of the most competitive and prestigious exams, civil services, conducted by the UPSC, India’s major regulating body.
Function of UPSC
The functions of the UPSC under Article 320 of the Constitution include the following:
1. Conducting examinations for appointment to the services of the Union.
2. Direct recruitment of aspirants by selection through interviews.
3. Appointment of officers on promotion/deputation/ absorption.
4. Framing and amendment of Recruitment Rules for various services and posts under the Government.
5. Managing disciplinary cases related to different Civil Services or officers.
6. Advising the Government on any matter assigned to the Commission by the President of India.
Composition of UPSC
The UPSC is composed of a Chairman and other members who are appointed by the President of India5. The Commission consists of a Chairman and ten other members3. At least half of the members of the commission must be Civil Servants (working or retired) with no less than ten years of experience in Central or State service3.
Role of UPSC
The UPSC has a great responsibility for conducting examinations pertaining to Civil Services, Engineering Services, Defence Services, and Medical Services36. It also conducts Economic Service, Statistical Service, and Police Forces examination3. The UPSC serves the interests of the State on the demand of the Governor and with the consent of the President of India.
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