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A Public Service Commission was established in India for the first time by

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. The Indian Council Act, 1982
  2. The Act of 1909
  3. The Government of India Act, 1919
  4. The Government of India Act, 1935

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The Government of India Act, 1919

Explanation: The Public Service Commission was first established in India by the Government of India Act, 1919, to recommend recruitment for civil services. Other Information: ▪️ Initially called the Central Service Commission. ▪️ Objective: Ensure merit-based recruitment and reduce political interference. ▪️ Later, under the Constitution (Article 315), became Union and State Public Service Commissions. ▪️ Members appointed by the Governor or President depending on the commission.