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Members of the State Public Service Commission are appointed by

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

Answer options

  1. the President of India
  2. the Prime Minister of India
  3. the Governor of the State
  4. None of them

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: the Governor of the State

Explanation: Members of the State Public Service Commission (SPSC) are appointed by the Governor of the respective State. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ The SPSC is a constitutional body under Articles 315 to 323 of the Indian Constitution. ▪️ It conducts examinations for state-level civil services and advises on promotions, transfers, and disciplinary matters. ▪️ The Chairman and members hold office for 6 years or until the age of 62, whichever is earlier. ▪️ They can be removed only by the President, not the Governor. ▪️ The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) can assist a State Commission on request. ▪️ The SPSC submits an annual report to the Governor, which is placed before the State Legislature. ▪️ The structure mirrors that of the UPSC at the national level.