Question
Download Solution PDFFor how many years does the Chairman and members of the UPSC hold office?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Six years.
Key Points
- UPSC stands for union public service commission.
- It was formed on 1st October 1926.
- Headquarters is in Dholpur House, New Delhi.
- The recommendation of the Lee commission leads to the formation of the union public service commission.
- Union Public Service Commissions is responsible for conducting examinations for appointments to the services of the union.
- The union public service commission is the watchdog of the merit system in India.
- Article 315 to 323 of the Indian constitution deals with the public service commission.
- The commission consists of 9 to 11 members panel including the chairman.
- The chairman and other members of UPSC are appointed by the President of India.
- The chairman and members of the UPSC hold the office for the term of six years or until they attain the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier.
Additional Information
- Sir Ross Barker was the first chairman of the union public service commission.
- Dr. Manoj Soni is the Chairman of UPSC since 5th April 2022.
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